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The Royal Palm Beach Education Advisory Board received a special presentation on Monday, Oct. 7 from Cypress Trails Elementary School staff and students, followed by a presentation on school safety by Palm Beach County School District Police Chief Frank Kitzerow.

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Royal Palm Young At Heart Club Enjoys A Pirate-Themed Lunch

The Royal Palm Beach Young at Heart Club held a luncheon on Friday, Oct. 4 at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center.

The theme was “Pirates and Wenches.” Entertainment was provided by Wayne L., who sang oldies and had members of the audience help him sing and dance on stage. Page 15

Wellington Regional, Dillard’s Host Pamper And Shop For A Cause

Wellington Regional Medical Center and Dillard’s teamed up to fight breast cancer by bringing women together on Thursday, Oct. 3 at the Dillard’s store in the Mall at Wellington Green. Pamper & Shop event sponsors also included Century Oncology, Sari Center, Live 360 and the American Cancer Society. Page 17

Wolverines Suffer 17-10 Homecoming Loss To Boca Raton

The Wellington High School football team hosted Boca Raton High School on Friday, Oct. 4 for homecoming and fell 17-10 to the Bobcats in a defensive battle. The Wolverines (2-5, 1-1) suffered the loss after winning back-to-back games against John I. Leonard and Forest Hill.

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The Wellington Art Society hosted an Art Fusion Pop-Up Art Gallery from Friday, Oct. 4 through Sunday, Oct. 6 at Live 360 in the Mall at Wellington Green. Artists were available to discuss their artwork, while some artists did demos of their technique. Shown above, Leslie Pfeiffer and Bill King discuss her “Evening in the Glades” and “Green Cay” oil paintings. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 10 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Couple Asks RPB For Support In Dealing With Developer

By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report Anthony and Erica Swan live in the newly constructed Park Central townhome community off Southern Blvd., and after two years of concerns, the Swans have asked the Royal Palm Beach Village Council for help dealing with developer K. Hovnanian Cypress Key LLC. The Swans brought up their concerns at a council meeting on Thursday, Sept. 19 and plan to return to the council on Thursday, Oct. 17, hopefully with some neighbors who share their concerns.

The Swans have experienced issues with several items, including property drainage, flooring and structural cracking. They purchased their home pre-construction in November 2016 and moved in less than a year later in August 2017. Drainage issues stemming from the landscaping in place were apparent immediately.

“Before we closed, they started having major drainage issues.

After a 10-minute rain, the sidewalks would completely flood out,” homeowner Erica Swan told the Town-Crier. “They rushed the landscaping, so they didn’t do the proper grading. We don’t

have physical drains or a lake or anything like that.”

As water crept up over to their neighbors’ doorsteps, K. Hovnanian opted to attach drains to a sewer system in an effort to improve drainage. Unfortunately, this did not correct the problem, and the Swans knew their one-year warranty would approach quickly.

“They said they were going to grade it down, and this was toward the end of our first year living here,” Erica said. “As soon as all these people were out of warranty, they said it’s too expensive.

We brought this issue up with the village within the first couple of months.”

The Swans decided to open a warranty claim ticket with the developer despite being given the impression that this and other issues would be fixed, and no ticket was needed.

“Grading is covered in the warranty, but what happens, if you don’t put that in as a ticket item, they won’t do anything,” Erica said, adding that a representative of the developer told them that changes would be made. “We had a service advisor for warranty work telling us not to put gates or fences up. So that’s why we never put a fence up all this time.”

K. Hovnanian also began raising the patios for many homes in an effort to keep rising waters from reaching back doors. Anthony Swan was still concerned about the pitch of surrounding land not being addressed, so he hired a professional to complete an independent survey. “I hired a company to come survey our yard and our neighbor’s yard. I proved to them that something is wrong,” Anthony said.

Eventually the situation escalated to arbitration. “With arbitration, they did come to the conclusion there is a state code — Florida State 2014 Building Code Residential Section R401.3 — that requires grading away from foundation walls, and there is a 6-inch pitch from any residential property within 10 feet,” he explained.

In reference to the Swans’ survey, the highest point of the nearby road is level with the inside of their home, meaning the property is essentially flat and without grading.

The developer paid for the Construction Arbitration Program to complete an assessment of more than 40 items on the Swans’ claim list.

Another concern of the Swans See SWAN, page 18

Wellington, RPB Celebrate Season With Fall Festivals

By M. Dennis Taylor Town-Crier Staff Report As the breezes pick up in the evenings and temperatures dip below 80 degrees, fall is in the South Florida air. That means it is time for the Halloween-themed fall festivals in Wellington and Royal Palm Beach.

The two local villages have once again organized upcoming special events for residents.

Wellington will hold its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 3 to 10 p.m. at Village Park on Pierson Road with special activities and something on stage every hour, event organizer Michele Garvey said.

“It is nonstop action with activities for everyone from babies

to adults, with lots of activities for the kids,” Garvey said. “There are more than 18 food trucks confirmed with a wide variety of favorite yummies.”

Garvey said that there are nearly a dozen events, including the popular haunted hallways, laser tag, hayrides, trick-or-treating, contests, bounce houses, a petting zoo, pony rides and face painting.

Children’s bracelets to take part in the activities are $7 in advance and $10 the day of the event. Adult bracelets, which are $5 both in advance and on the day of the event, are only needed for the haunted hallways, laser tag or hayrides.

Costume contests will be held at 4 and 7 p.m., with a pumpkin pie eating contest at 8 p.m.

“We hope everyone dresses up,” Garvey said. “There is a Monster Mash Bash with classic Halloween songs to dance to and a DJ on stage.”

She expects a great turnout for the long-running event.

“The laser tag that is so popular with the middle school set returns this year,” Garvey said. “And the vendor village of local businesses is even bigger and better this year.”

Operating continuously from 2:30 to 10:30 p.m., a convenient, free shuttle runs from the Mall at Wellington Green, near Macy’s, right to all the action.

“We want to thank all our community sponsors and featured sponsor Joe DiMaggio Children’s See FESTIVALS, page 22

Brefrank Temporarily Withdraws Plan To Change Preserve Areas Near Mall

By Gina M. Capone Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Village Council chambers were filled Monday, Oct. 7 with concerned citizens wishing to speak about a plan to shrink preserve areas near the Mall at Wellington Green. However, the item was unexpectedly pulled from the agenda by developer Gary Koolik of Brefrank Inc. Koolik, who was at odds with Wellington’s attorney and manager over which regulations should govern his request, initially asked for a postponement but withdrew the item when it seemed unlikely that the council would grant the delay.

Koolik is expected to reapply for a similar change in the near future.

The two parcels in question are

Tract W-3 and Tract W-5, which are presently zoned as conservation.

Tract W-3 is a five-acre area on the south side of Forest Hill Blvd.

Brefrank is proposing to build a restaurant on the five-acre tract. In exchange, the developer will build a lake to assist in the drainage for the shopping center.

Tract W-5 is a 17.46-acre parcel on the interior of the Wellington Green development near the Axis apartment complex. The proposal would cut the size of the preserve to 9.13 acres, allowing 8.33 acres for an additional 185 apartment units.

As part of the proposal, the remaining preserve will be enhanced and rehabilitated, and made to See PRESERVES, page 7

PBCFR ANNIVERSARY

Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue celebrated its 35th anniversary with a Free Family Fun Day on Saturday, Oct. 5 at its training center on Pike Road, off Southern Blvd. near Florida’s Turnpike. Shown above are Royal Palm Beach Councilman Jeff Hmara, County Commissioner Robert Weinroth, Fire Safety Specialist Tara Cardoso, PBCFR Chief Reginald Duren, Palm Beach County Mayor Mack Bernard and Royal Palm Beach Mayor Fred Pinto. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 5 PHOTO BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER

Indian Trail Talking With Dellwood, Learwood And Las Flores On Activation

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Indian Trail Improvement District Board of Supervisors is taking steps to help residents of the Dellwood, Las Flores and Learwood communities after a recent workshop meeting exploring whether to make the areas activated ITID units.

The meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 25 was in response to residents who expressed interest in activation, primarily to maintain and/or improve roads.

All three units are in the northwest part of ITID’s M-2 Basin.

The workshop was attended by six residents of Dellwood and two from Las Flores.

ITID Attorney Frank Palin explained that ITID is a special district with limited powers under state statutes.

“The purpose of a special district is to provide public facilities and public services,” Palin said.

“We’re not a municipality. We do

not have zoning power. We are only in the business of providing those services. That includes constructing them, maintaining them and financing them. Indian Trail has the power to provide drainage, roads and park services.”

He explained that ITID’s legislative boundaries are much larger than what people think of as The Acreage.

“Some of the units on our agenda tonight, Dellwood, Las Flores, are within the legislative boundaries, but are not currently what are called units of development, although certain services are being provided, like for drainage purposes only,” Palin said.

ITID was created by Royal Palm Beach Colony, a private company that developed The Acreage and the Village of Royal Palm Beach, beginning in the 1960s.

“They developed the roads and the drainage system for Indian Trail systematically, section by See ACTIVATION, page 18

New Ownership, Same Quality Service At Woody’s

By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report After 32 years operating his iconic store in Wellington, Richard “Woody” Wood is hanging up his boots and trading it in for a fishing pole.

When it came to the future of his cobbler shop Woody’s of Wellington, Wood had several offers.

He decided that the store, which has a specialty in equestrian boot repairs, would be in the best hands with someone he knew personally and trusted.

New owner Anthony Bozzi is no rookie, coming into the store with more than 25 years’ experience working with shoes and leather repairs.

“It’s a continuous learning

curve, but after 25 years of working in the industry, I realized when I started working with Woody, there was more wisdom to be had,” Bozzi said. “I like that because you have got to be a seeker of wisdom in this business.”

Bozzi moved to Florida from Rhode Island, where he grew up with three brothers and has always understood what it means to be a hard worker.

“I came into a shoe repair shop with a stain on my shoe, and I was pretty amazed at how quickly he got the stain out,” Bozzi recalled.

“He had a hiring sign up in the store, and I asked him to hire me. I had no experience. I started working, he took me in for the easiest job in the store — shoe shining.”

Over the next two decades, he gained experience working with all types of materials, including a variety of leathers, canvas and other fabrics. Bozzi found his calling in both working with his hands and luxury items.

“I’m a firm believer that if you don’t have a passion for what you do, and love what you do, you’re not going to be good at it,” Bozzi said. “The luxury shoes are something that we specialize in.

We have the materials, the knowhow and the machinery to do it.

If you’re spending $500, $1,000 or more on a pair of shoes, you want to protect them and get the best value.”

One popular new item is the See WOODY’S, page 7

Retiring owner Richard “Woody” Wood with new owner Anthony Bozzi at Woody’s of Wellington.

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Cypress Trails Student Ambassadors Address RPB Ed Board

By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report The Royal Palm Beach Education Advisory Board received a special presentation on Monday, Oct. 7 from Cypress Trails Elementary School staff and students, followed by a presentation on school safety by Palm Beach County School District Police Chief Frank Kitzerow.

“We have about 450 students and are the only Title I elementary school in the village,” Cypress Trails Principal Bruce Saulter said.

“Once again, we are very proud to be an A-rated school. We have now been an A for four consecutive years, and we are one of only two Title I schools that have been an A for four straight years.”

Saulter explained that expectations for the school are to be safe, respectful and responsible. They measure this through school district surveys, and some highlighted findings included that 95 percent of teachers are satisfied working at Cypress Trails, 98 percent of parents feel their child is safe at school and 92 percent of fifth graders feel socially accepted at the school.

“Tonight, we are excited to announce a new initiative to give our students a voice,” Saulter said.

“Our Safe Schools Ambassadors (SSA) are a group of fourth and

fifth graders. We have some of our ambassadors here tonight.”

The SSA students are trained and empowered to intervene when they see an issue and prevent fights before they occur. Students do not physically break up fights, but instead are armed with communication skills.

First to speak was Amanda Delgado, who pointed to a picture of her holding a poster that read “self-love.”

“I think that self-love is very important. A good mindset equals good grades and good thinking,” said Delgado, who added that her goal is to prevent bullying. “That’s really important to me. I’m super grateful and thankful that I’m able to be in this program.”

Isaiah Ezumba explained how he uses his new skills both in and out of school.

“I was in a bounce house, and it was pretty fun, but I saw some kids fighting,” Ezumba said. “I said, ‘Hey, everybody, it’s Fortnite over there.’ They all stopped fighting.”

In doing so, he used the skill of distraction to stop a situation from escalating.

The Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) initiative is also having an impact on the younger grades, with many third graders asking to start an anti-bullying club.

David Fernandez has shown that

he knows how to lead by example and has developed a reputation for fist-bumping younger kids as a morning welcome.

“I started giving fist-bumps as I saw kids having a frown, and I started to think about ways to make them happy,” Fernandez said.

“One day I was eating breakfast, and a kid who was feeling sad all day, he came up to me and gave me the fist-bump.”

Saulter spoke of how the school is using both Title I and sales surtax funding to make improvements.

“The first and best place to invest Title I dollars is in positions, and we utilize them very strategically,” he said.

The school is able to fund a full-time reading resource teacher, daytime academic tutors, and morning and afternoon teacher tutors to provide academic support.

Structural improvements to the school include new flooring, new bathrooms, new ceiling tiles and furniture. The new desks allow students to complete work by writing on the desks with dry erase markers instead of wasting paper.

The air conditioning system was upgraded, and the light fixtures will be switched to LEDs over the next year.

Last year, the school showed a loss in math and science, so the

staff started the 2019-20 school year ready to help the students. A part of this plan includes the use of Title I funds to cover field trips to Lion Country Safari. This is new for Cypress Trails, and the school has fostered a unique partnership with the facility.

“This year, [we] wanted to partner together to find more unique ways to be able to enhance the STEM learning experience,” said Kristyn Kelley, education and outreach manager for Lion Country Safari. “We wanted them to do more hands-on projects and be advocates for wildlife and conservation, because these are going to be our next generation of leaders.”

Also at the meeting, Kitzerow followed up with a presentation on Senate Bill 7030, implementing additional safety procedures after last year’s deadly school shooting in Broward County.

Despite having worked previously in Washington, D.C., and as police chief in Jupiter, Kitzerow said that what he is doing now is the most important part of his career.

“I’m really proud of what we are doing,” he said. “It reminds us of the importance of what it is we contribute every day to provide opportunities for students to be safe and do the things that they really love to do. We don’t take

Cypress Trails School Counselor Karina Egipciaco, SAI teacher Theresa Ventriglio, Principal Bruce Saulter, Assistant Principal Lauren Hall and Lion Country Safari’s Kristyn Kelley with students Amanda Delgado, David Fernandez and Isaiah Ezumba.

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that for granted for a moment.”

Kitzerow also serves as the school safety specialist for Palm Beach County. He has hired 130 new police officers in the last 15 months.

“Some people think safety is putting an officer on every campus — which we do — but it’s more than that. It’s prevention, intervention, diversion, safety-security, unified command, reunification, training administration and technology,” he said.

Kitzerow also emphasized that during situations like the recent

lockdown at Crestwood Middle School, parents should follow the plan in place.

“Please don’t respond to the school when we go into a code red,” he said. “We have a very strong toolbox. We hope we don’t have to open it, but if we do, we are ready, trained and capable to deal with it.”

In other business, Lisa Ryan was introduced as the new alternate for the board. She brings more than 20 years of experience in education to her role and expressed excitement for the upcoming year.

Westlake Celebrates Start Of New Sheriff’s Office District 18

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The City of Westlake celebrated the commencement of its new Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office contract with the creation of patrol area District 18 on Friday, Oct. 4.

In August, the Westlake City Council approved a five-year, renewable contract at $650,000 annually with the PBSO. Developer Minto has donated land for the future location of a new District 18 substation.

The dedication at Westlake City Hall was attended by Sheriff Ric Bradshaw, other PBSO administrative officers, deputies who will staff the new patrol area and officials from Westlake.

Major Eric Coleman, commander of the Western Regional Bureau, which encompasses all areas west of State Road 7, welcomed those attending.

“We’re here to celebrate our new partnership with the City of Westlake, our newest sheriff’s office district, District 18,” Coleman said, explaining that the PBSO has a total of 20 districts, 13 of which serve municipalities. “We are very well-versed in working municipal models and working in partnership with our cities.”

Although Westlake is still in the early stages of construction, when completed, it will have about 4,500 homes and 2.2 million square feet of non-residential uses.

“It’s going to dramatically change this area,” Coleman said.

“Those of us in law enforcement realize that every day brings new challenges, but we’re looking forward to working with the elected officials here, the residents, the builders, developers and the stakeholders to make sure that

Westlake is a safe place to live and work for everyone.”

Mayor Roger Manning said he is excited to have the PBSO covering Westlake.

“We know that you’re going to do a great job for us, and I know from experience. I’ve lived in Lake Worth for quite some time.

The sheriff’s office really cleaned up the City of Lake Worth,” Manning said. “I look forward to some more years here in Westlake.

We’re kind of small right now, but we’re on a fast track.”

Lt. Craig Turner is the commander of Westlake’s new District 18, along with Loxahatchee Groves (District 17) and The Acreage (District 15). He introduced the five deputies who will be patrolling in District 18.

Col. Tony Araujo, who supervises law enforcement operations, said Westlake will resemble Wellington when built out, except that

Wellington was an established community when it incorporated, and the PBSO was already the established service provider.

“This is unique; we’re in it from the beginning,” Araujo said.

“We’d like to be your service provider for many years to come.”

Araujo noted that he had detailed discussions with Westlake City Manager Ken Cassel about the future of the community and what it is going to look like. They arrived at a tiered approach to law enforcement.

“I think we were very benevolent those first couple of years in providing service, and now, here we are as a contract,” Araujo said. “The commitment we made then and that we make every day that we get up, not only with the officers you’ll see in uniform, but as the sheriff will tell you, what comes behind them, is a professional, credible, timely,

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Equestrian Committee Reviews Venue Data And Horse Counts

By Gina M. Capone Town-Crier Staff Report At Wellington’s Equestrian Preserve Committee meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 2, village staff presented the committee with statistics about the health of the horse sports industry in Wellington. The details were accumulated by data from horse show venues and include dressage shows, hunter-jumper shows and polo tournaments.

Equestrian Preserve Committee Chair Jane Cleveland stressed the importance of getting to this point in the process of accumulating data in order to understand how the horse sports industry is doing in Wellington.

“This committee has talked about a state of the industry report for more than a year,” Cleveland said. “It has been a part of the plan of action. There is not an economic development committee in Wellington, so this falls onto us.”

Cleveland noted the unique role that equestrian sports play in the local economy.

“The horse industry is certainly

the economic engine of Wellington,” she said. “This committee has talked a lot about not relying on speculation as to what the real numbers are as far as population and horse show attendance.”

When discussing the Equestrian Venues Data and Horse Count Estimates, Cleveland thanked committee members Annabelle Garrett and Dr. Kristy Lund for their work in pulling the numbers together.

“This represents data we have never had,” Cleveland said. “It’s fantastic to have this data.”

In November 2018, the Equestrian Preserve Committee presented the Equestrian Plan of Action to the Wellington Village Council.

The committee sought to have better data and to understand how the equestrian industry impacts Wellington, which, in turn, would lead to better short-term and longterm planning.

Garrett and Lund began accumulating horse show entry numbers for the last 10 years from the local venues. The data came from web site information online and

information requests from equestrian associations. The information was then put together in a report by Wellington staff, led by committee liaisons Michael O’Dell and Ryan Harding.

The Winter Equestrian Festival has shown an increase in horse sports activity, from 3,007 horses entered in 2009 compared to 6,881 horses in 2019.

Wellington dressage shows have risen from three United States Dressage Federation-recognized horse shows in 2009 to 15 USDF-recognized horse shows in 2019. Horses entering these shows has increased from 148 horses in 2009 to 977 horse entries in 2019, but it is down from 2015, when 1,139 horses were entered at recognized USDF shows in Wellington.

While horse shows have increased, the data shows that polo has decreased in tournaments and teams.

The polo information was accumulated from the United States Polo Association and various polo clubs like the International Polo

Club Palm Beach, Grand Champions, Outback, Gulfstream, Hobe Sound, Palm City, Palm Beach Polo, Port Mayaca, Royal Palm, Santa Clara and the Villages. The polo data accumulated includes national, circuit and sanctioned tournaments as far back as 2005.

The number of specific horses varies at each game, as each team does not always have the same number of competitive horses at each tournament. The data shows that a high-goal team may have as many as 50 to 200 horses, where a medium-goal team may have half the horses.

The committee data shows that in 2009, there were 27 local polo tournaments, and in 2019, there were 19. The highest year for tournaments was in 2011, with 37 local tournaments. The number of locally stabled polo team entries was at its highest in 2007 at 238 teams playing the season. In 2019, 105 polo teams took part in the tournaments.

Some of the additional information was accumulated from the stall counts and waste disposal

amounts reported by manure haulers. The data shows at the height of season, there can be between 17,000 to 20,000 horses in Wellington. There are 10,000 permanent stalls and 3,000 temporary stalls in Wellington, according to O’Dell.

O’Dell and Harding presented the details of the information to the committee and answered questions about what was discovered.

Regarding polo, they cautioned that it was uncertain that all of the information in the report represented an accurate snapshot of the health of the polo industry because the numbers may have not taken into account leisurely polo games played on fields around the community, versus teams playing in competitions.

“This is another one of those areas, where the report highlights, we don’t have specific numbers on the number of ponies involved [in a tournament],” O’Dell said. “Any given team varies widely. So, there is another area that we don’t have solid information.”

Cleveland asked Committee

Member Carlos Arellano, who is involved in the polo industry, where to get the information.

“It is very difficult to say how many horses a team brings in,” Arellano explained. “A player may have horses that he wants to play half a chukker, he brings 12 horses.

The other player has two horses hurt so he only brings nine. Some horses are stabled at Port Mayaca but come over here to compete, and then go back.”

Lund said it might not be necessary to get an actual count of polo ponies.

“I think it would only be relevant if you are tracking actual horse numbers for manure,” she said. “But to track how well polo is doing, I think tracking the number of teams is fine.”

Vice Chair Glen Fleischer commented on the polo data from the report.

“The question that it raised for me is how do we feel about what the data says here,” he said. “Am I reading it right that the data shows, at least over the last five years or See HORSE DATA, page 7

Lox Council Postpones Final Reading Of Solid Waste Contract

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report John Casagrande, vice president of business development for Coastal Waste & Recycling, promised a smooth transition of waste collection to residents of Loxahatchee Groves at a Loxahatchee Groves Town Council meeting on Thursday, Oct. 3.

Casagrande spoke during the public input portion of a meeting where the council later postponed the final reading of a contract with Coastal — replacing longtime hauler Waste Pro — to Tuesday, Oct. 15 in order to make minor changes to the ordinance.

“We are sticking to the schedule on Wednesday and Saturday, but we will have the bulk [pickup] truck in town five days a week until we get caught up, and it gets cleaned up, until everyone’s happy with what they see,” Casagrande said.

Mayor Robert Shorr asked if the company is identifying non-residential waste streams, and Casagrande said they are identi-

fying them and cleaning them up for now.

“We’re cleaning them up, and we’re going to document the next time we go there, but we’ve got to start cleaning them,” he said.

Resident Jo Siciliano, a member of the town’s Unified Land Development Committee, asked if larger recycling cans are available, since the town gets a credit for recycled material.

Casagrande said larger cans are available from the Solid Waste Authority, which offers blue 96-gallon recycling cans.

During the council’s regular meeting, Town Attorney Brian Shutt explained that the second reading included minor revisions that did not change the essence of the ordinance, and the franchise agreement would come to the council for approval on Oct. 15.

Shorr asked if there was a provision prohibiting the unauthorized collection of recyclables from waste containers.

“I’m talking about somebody pulling up and pulling recycla-

bles out of a can that was set out to be picked up,” he said. “We don’t want people perusing the neighborhood and picking the recyclables out because it costs us money. That’s our credit.”

Councilwoman Laura Danowski made a motion to postpone final reading of the ordinance to Oct. 15 in order to make minor changes, which carried 4-0 with Councilman Dave DeMarois absent.

In other business, the council rejected Danowski’s appointment of Matt Tacilauskas, president of the South Florida Sod Farm owned by the Miami Dolphins, to the town’s Planning & Zoning Board.

Councilwoman Phillis Maniglia asked that the item be pulled from the consent agenda for discussion.

“I have a serious problem with someone who works for a major developer sitting on our Planning & Zoning [Board],” Maniglia said. “He gets a paycheck from this gentleman. I think he’s a very nice person, but I feel that they do not represent what our town is about. I don’t mind commercial. I

don’t mind ag. I do mind certain commercial; I think we all do.”

Councilwoman Lisa El-Ramey, who was attending the meeting by telephone, said she agreed with Maniglia in that B Road has become a designated ingress/egress for as many as 900 semi-tractor trailer trucks a year to haul sod from the farm. El-Ramey noted that the visioning workshop the previous Saturday spent time discussing concerns for the town, which included roads as a top concern.

“I think we have to be very careful with businesses that are coming into town that are generating these heavy truckloads going up and down the roads,” she said. “I haven’t had any personal interactions with Matt as a person, but I do see some concerns for him being placed on P&Z at this time.”

Shorr said he did not think Tacilauskas’ experience as a greenskeeper and sod grower fit the qualifications for the Planning & Zoning Board.

“I’ve met Matt through the last

Boy Scout Troop 122 of Loxahatchee Groves led the Pledge of Allegiance at the Thursday, Oct. 3 meeting. year or so with the sod farm, and rience on a golf course as a head he showed up for the community greenskeeper and the agricultural cleanups with his family,” Shorr part… I just don’t think that meets said. “As a person, he’s a great the experience that we want on the guy and very open to anyone in the Planning & Zoning Board.” community coming in and talking Shorr added that he felt Tacilausto him about his business. How- kas would be a good candidate for ever, what I do know about him, any another committee. based on what he has presented to Danowski said she had selected me in public meetings, is his expe- See LOX COUNCIL, page 18

OPINION

Wellington’s Martin Miller, A True Hero, Can Use Your Help

By Denis Eirikis Town-Crier Staff Report When local hero Martin Miller heard the pleas of a Wellington neighbor for help, he put his own life on hold and donated a healthy kidney to a complete stranger.

Now, Miller has been struck by a truck while training on his bicycle.

He is severely injured and could use your help.

Back in June, I interviewed Martin Miller for the Town-Crier.

We met along with Scott Lacobs, the man who needed a kidney, over coffee at the Whole Foods Market in Wellington. I was shocked.

Maybe I am jaded from dealing with so many “me-first” people and ambitious go-getters. Marty

was different; very different. It was a few days before they were to cut a healthy kidney from him. He was calm and poised. He made it clear the main reason he was doing the interview was to help shine light on the plight of people waiting on transplant lists.

“God made us with interchangeable parts,” Miller said that morning over coffee. “He placed it in my heart that there is nothing to worry about. Fear won’t deny me the ability to help another human being.”

I was awe-struck. A gravely ill Lacobs looked closely at Marty as he spoke, perhaps still dumbfounded that a complete stranger was about to save his live — and

just when he had almost given up hope.

Martin Miller is an extraordinary man. He might be 5-foot-3, but he runs triathlons, teaches physical education in the Palm Beach County school system, and there isn’t an ounce of fat on his solid 140-pound frame.

The kidney transplant went well, and soon Miller went back to training. On Monday, Sept.

30, in The Acreage, Martin was training on his bicycle when he was hit by a vehicle and seriously injured in an accident that crushed his pelvis, fractured his vertebrae, damaged his bladder and put this Palm Beach County teacher out of work and in the hospital.

In addition to thoughts and prayers, here is how you can help.

Visit the GoFundMe account set up to help the family pay for all these unexpected expenses. As of Wednesday, just under $19,000 of the $50,000 requested had been raised. Visit www.gofundme. com/f/marty-miller039s-bike-accident-family-fund (or just search for “Marty Miller” on GoFundMe) to learn more.

His wife Kelly reports on social media that it’s going to be a long and painful recovery. Marty is already out of vacation time.

“Keep all the positive thoughts and prayers coming,” she said. “Marty is my hero, and I know he will get through this!”

(Left) Martin Miller during a triathlon. (Right) Miller with Scott Lacobs, the stranger he saved through a kidney transplant.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Paglia On Wellington Green Changes

Editor’s note: Former Wellington Village Councilman Al Paglia read the following letter to the council on Monday, Oct. 7. A copy was sent to the Town-Crier for publication.

Dear Village Council: I am here tonight to review with you the Wellington comp plan amendment for specifically the Axis apartment complex on the Ring Road erected several years ago by Brefrank in partnership with Richard Schechter, a longtime equestrian here in town and general contractor.

I can remember when I was on the council in 1998, a wonderful family firm who owned the land in front of our village — over 400 acres — presented a petition to us for a beautiful mall. After many

workshops, the Ring Road and mall with five anchors were put up with 10 pods around the entire property on our corner of Forest Hill and State Road 7 to provide our growing community with not only large department stores, but 125 boutique shops at the mall, restaurants, supermarkets, medical practices and high-end apartment units. Presently, a much-needed senior living complex is under construction, which serves a great need in our village.

As our village continued to grow, hotels were put up to serve our growing community, as well as our equestrian industry, which brings an economic life to us that Oliver and Roger Wellington never imagined.

The proposal before us now for the Axis apartment complex expansion fills a great need. The original complex was filled to capacity very quickly. This petition for an additional approximately

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185 units makes good sense. Not only does it increase our tax base with middle/upper value units, but it provides for aging seniors and young families to stay in town with a beautiful apartment near the mall.

The argument that wetlands are sorely needed is valid, but since our Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board has approved the petition, I propose we carefully evaluate our current open spaces in town to recover and move them from golf course/recreation and agricultural designations into wetlands, which will allow this petition for additional units to move forward.

Our village has two large open tracts of land available for this idea.

Open tract number 1: I would like to see the council review the 65 acres which was part of the original Palm Beach Polo golf course, now abandoned on the

north side of Forest Hill between The 12 Fairway (South Shore 2A) and Pine Valley (Eastwood area).

While I was on the council from 1998 to 2002, our parks and recreation director proposed we purchase the land and make it a passive park with entry from the library or what is now Elbridge Gale Elementary School, and create a beautiful park/nature preserve for all to enjoy. This is similar to what Pinellas County has done, which is called the Pinellas Trail.

Ours could be the Wellington Path, a jogging trail and walking path for residents to see stations with descriptions of native plant life highlighting the birds, fish in the ponds and small lakes, and small animals that are part of the 65-acre landscape. We could consider a method to fund the purchase as we did back when I served, asking the voters to approve a small increase to negotiate with owner Glenn Straub through a general

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Open tract number 2: Our K-Park site on State Road 7 (62 acres) can also be reserved as a park similar to our Village Park or Tiger Shark Cove, which would serve our newer parts of town.

In closing, I wish to thank our

Mayor Anne Gerwig and fellow council members for keeping our village in the “Top 100 Places to Live” in America and keeping alive the dream that Roger and Oliver Wellington envisioned so many years ago.

Al Paglia Wellington

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PALM BEACH COUNTY FIRE-RESCUE EVENT MARKS 35 YEARS OF SERVICE

Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue celebrated its 35th anniversary with a Free Family Fun Day on Saturday, Oct. 5 at its training center on Pike Road, off Southern Blvd. near Florida’s Turnpike. Guests had a chance to meet firefighters, see the jaws of life get a victim out of a car, sit in fire trucks, spray hoses and more. There was also a rappelling demo, and a flyover by Trauma Hawk drew big applause.

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Palm Beach County Commissioner Robert Weinroth, PBCFR Chief Reginald Duren, Palm Beach County Mayor Mack Bernard, Palm Beach County Vice Mayor Dave Kerner and Palm Beach County Commissioner Gregg Weiss with a county proclamation.

The jaws of life demonstration.

The PBCFR Color Guard with Dispatcher Stacy Boddie, who sang the national anthem.

The Palm Beach County Firefighters Pipes & Drums take part in the ceremony.

Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue Chief Reginald Duren, Retired Chief Steve Jerauld, Retired Chief Herman W. Brice and Fire Safety Specialist Tara Cardoso.

EMTs demonstrate pit crew CPR on car accident victim.

EMS Specialist Lynette Schurter and Emergency Management Coordinator Sally Waite.

Kids spray the fire hoses.

Capt. Aaron Turner shows how to do CPR on a dog.

PBSO Mounted Unit Deputy Brian Daly on Tonka and Deputy Audrey Miranda on Tank.

Firefighters demonstrate rappelling to save a victim.

John Sweat asks Rich Cioffoletti about the medallions for each fallen firefighter.

Cadets practice “bunking out” (quickly putting on their bunker gear). (L-R) Cadet Competition Chief Arielle Moore, Cadet Training Captain Cruz Caro, Cadet Chief Preston Hill, Cadet Captain Luis Escobar and Cadet Battalion Chief Robert Williams.

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World-Class Furniture Being Created By Acreage Craftsman

By Denis Eirikis Town-Crier Staff Report When a well-known world traveler and former cultural attaché for the United States needed a fine wooden custom cabinet to house her collection of priceless antiquities, with the resources to buy from any fine furniture maker

Robert Wolfkill explains that carnauba and mineral oil keep mahogany looking good.

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continued from page 1 function more viably than it does now.

In addition, as part of the mitigation for both sites, Brefrank will pay money into an approved mitigation bank to be used to improve and expand other environmentally protected areas. This way, there is no net loss environmentally on a regional basis.

Brefrank’s proposal was discussed by Wellington’s Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board on Aug. 14. The plan was approved 5-2. However, the final decision rests with the council.

Only the changes to Tract W-5 was on Monday’s agenda. According to village regulations, that requires a comprehensive plan amendment — a longer process — while the change to Tract W-3 requires only a master plan amendment.

Koolik attended the meeting

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continued from page 1 protective sole, which adds cushion while also improving the grip of a shoe, including heels.

“It’s like putting a radial tire over your sole. It’s thin, and it’s the best,” Wood said.

“Especially on a luxury item like Christian Louboutin and Gucci,” Bozzi added. “They are an oil resistant, non-slip, non-marking material. We have it in several different colors to match the shoe, and it’s a quick turn time.”

Bozzi made it clear that fast service is also an important part of the Woody’s tradition that will stick around.

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in the world, she chose Wolfkill Woodwork in The Acreage.

“I couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate our first anniversary in business, than to be chosen to design and build this one-of-akind piece that contains 400 board feet of sustainable African Sapele Mahogany and weighs about 850 pounds,” craftsman Robert Wolfkill said.

The solid African Mahogany antiquities cabinet was designed and built in Wolfkill’s Acreage shop over the course of nine recent weeks. He estimates he spent about 600 hours on the piece.

Kim Green, the Miami Beach buyer, was thrilled with the result.

“I asked someone I trust for a recommendation, and I am so glad they told me about Robert Wolfkill. I like so much that he took my ideas and made them better,” Green said. “The craftsmanship and attention to detail are superb. He is very special; he took the time to listen, and he designed a piece that seems to give off a warm cultural vibration. The work is alive, not synthetic.”

Wolfkill is a third-generation carpenter and furniture builder.

However, until he retired after

22 years in law enforcement, he worked with wood only part time.

In recent years, he has fully immersed himself in furniture building, including spending considerable time alongside some of the world’s best furniture craftsmen.

Wolfkill’s wife Jessica could not be prouder. “He attended the Center for Furniture Craftsmanship in Rockport, Maine, where he was able to train with some of the best craftsmen in the business, which was a lifelong dream of his,” she explained.

Reed Hansuld, lead instructor at the center, remembers Wolfkill for his keen eye for detail. “His passion for producing work to the finest quality possible is evident from the moment you first meet him,” Hansuld said of Wolfkill.

“He’s great at listening and a dream to work with for any client looking for a custom piece.”

Green, owner of Wolfkill’s most recent masterpiece, agreed.

“Not only is Robert an artist, he’s such a good listener. He designed the piece to fit my exact room and notice how the camber of the top of the shelf follows the unusual angle of the ceiling,” she explained. “This was a big deal for

me, and I really wanted to keep track of progress. Robert was so responsive by posting almost daily pictures online where I could review progress over the course of its nine weeks of construction.

At one point, I was reviewing the joinery while in Tonga.”

Wolfkill said that the project was a challenge, but one he enjoyed.

“It wasn’t easy. This was a custom piece designed to accent her ceiling, which is a 75-degree pitch,’ he said. “The timber is select quarter sawn and was a special order from the mill. A four-foot bridge appears to float in midair with integrated 16-color LED lighting. A matching liveedge curator’s bench with exposed maple wedges accentuates the main piece.”

Wolfkill’s first year in business was so successful, he was fully booked with clients arriving via word of mouth. His pieces last year ranged from fine jewelry boxes and hardwood Adirondack chairs to elaborate electronic fireplace pieces.

The massive custom antiquities cabinet weighed in at 850 pounds and was milled with great care to

and addressed the council and the residents.

“Everyone is entitled to their opinions,” he said. “I completely appreciate it, and I want to thank everyone for coming for and against because there are people on both sides. This is a long process.

We went through planning and zoning and did get a recommendation to move forward.”

However, Koolik challenged the village’s interpretation of the required changes needed for his request.

“Recently, it came to our attention that the actual comp plan amendment that we are seeking has mistakes in it,” he said. “There have been mapping mistakes from the village. Interpretations have been a problem. Depending on what interpretations are ultimately agreed upon, this application will certainly need to be revised, resubmitted for both the map and the text amendment, or it won’t be submitted at all.”

He said that more time is needed for the lawyers to hash out the details.

“I’m not comfortable, at this point, moving forward and not knowing exactly what my application is,” Koolik explained.

“I alerted staff of this issue during the week. We went back and forth.

I don’t want to go down this path and then to revisit it again. So, I’m bringing council up to date on the situation. I would like the opportunity to have a chance to resubmit my application properly with everything that needs to be done, so that if it is approved, it meets every regulation of the village.”

Village Attorney Laurie Cohen explained what terminology would be used if the applicant withdrew.

“It would be a withdrawal of the present application, and it could either be with prejudice or without prejudice,” Cohen said. “It’s not necessarily a postponement by right, because that would have been required to have been done seven to 10 days ago.”

Village Manager Paul Schofield said that the applicant can withdraw without prejudice, meaning he is free to resubmit at any time.

“People who submit an ap-

plication can withdraw it if they so choose,” Schofield said. “It is solely their choice. We have very little say if they leave their applications in or out. I am not aware that our code has a provision that deals with withdrawing with prejudice or not prejudice because it deals with denials.”

He said that Koolik and his representatives brought him a series of concerns regarding the process late last week.

“Part of this, I learned about at 3 p.m. Friday afternoon,” Schofield said. “Having dug into it now, not only the map amendment is required, but also the text amendment as well.”

According to Cohen, Koolik contacted the village late last week after reviewing some of the file documents that he had, dating back many years. The mall development was approved by Palm Beach County prior to Wellington’s incorporation.

“There is a provision in our charter that basically says that if you are a development of regional impact, which the mall is,

“You have to be innovative,” said Bozzi, who does have a few plans in mind for the future. “For many items, we offer while-youwait service, and we are looking at expanding the retail lines in the storefront.”

The changing of the guard won’t change the services offered, nor the quality expected by longtime customers.

Woody’s will continue to carry a variety of shoe service products, including leather dye, polish, water repellents, preservers, shoe stretchers, shoe trees, shoe cream and wax. The store also carries items like metatarsal and tongue pads, three-quarter length or full-length insoles.

“We also do orthopedic work such as build-ups. Many people suffer from what they call a leg-

length discrepancy,” Bozzi said.

“I’m able to add the difference on one shoe to balance them out, whether it is a child’s or an adult shoe. I did a lot of work for the Paley Institute, which is a medical facility in West Palm Beach.”

Bozzi has enjoyed working with and learning from Wood over the past few years and is ready to take the helm of the iconic shop.

Nevertheless, the longtime owner will be missed.

Wood has been driving more than an hour each way to the store for years, and he is looking forward to spending time at his home and out on the water fishing.

His loyal shih tzu Chloe is retiring along with him.

“I’ve enjoyed working here, I really have — but the time has come to retire,” Wood said.

“My true love is fishing. I love to smoke fish and make fish dip.

Plus, there’s mermaids out there to be caught.”

While many longtime friends will miss Wood himself, they will still have the opportunity to receive personal attention and service in the shop they know and love.

In its 32 years of operation, 38 Olympians have walked through the shop’s doors, and Bozzi looks forward to seeing more in the future.

Woody’s of Wellington is located in the original Wellington Mall at 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 3. It is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call (561) 798-1440 or visit www.woodyswellington. com.

and if you are located within the boundaries of Wellington, that the county’s land use codes would apply for a period of four years after incorporation,” she said.

Koolik and his attorneys interpreted that to mean that he did not need to have a comprehensive plan amendment.

“We have been looking into that, and we have looked at some additional ordinances. We believe at this point that he does need both a map amendment and a text amendment,” she said. “The application that is currently pending is just for a map amendment. If it went forward tonight, he would have to come back later and do a text amendment as well.”

How to proceed rests with Koolik and the council, she said.

“The question is, do we postpone it tonight in order to give him an opportunity to put everything in one application,” Cohen said. “We could either postpone and allow him to amend, or he can withdraw and just submit it when he’s ready to as a complete package.”

Councilman Michael Drahos and Vice Mayor Michael Napoleone were not happy that such a roadblock arose so late in the process. Both expressed to the

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applicant that they would not vote to postpone the item. Postponement is at the sole discretion of the council.

At the end of the discussion, Koolik withdrew his application with plans to resubmit it at a later date.

While there was no application to vote on, the council invited residents to stay and voice their opinions about the preserves during the public forum part of the meeting.

Approximately 20 residents asked the council to deny Koolik’s request and save the existing preserves.

In other business, the council unanimously approved a request

by St. Rita Catholic Church for a conditional use for a new daycare facility at the church.

The church, located at the northwest corner of Big Blue Trace and Paddock Drive, petitioned for a site plan to demolish the existing parish center, construct a new 11,500-square-foot parish center with an outdoor play area and a new configuration of the parking area.

The application asked for a conditional use for a 2,200-squarefoot day care facility.

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levels and players sometimes playing on several teams.

“We have had more tournaments and games this past season than ever before,” he said. “What we may be missing is a high-goal player may be playing on an 18-goal tournament and may be playing in the 22-goal tournament with the same horses.”

The polo data shows tournaments, teams and horses in the statistics, but further polo data may be needed. The committee and village staff are looking into further exploratory ways of gathering this horse-related information.

“We have a way to go, but what a fantastic start,” Cleveland said.

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continued from page 4 so, a decline in the number of [polo] tournaments?”

Fleischer said the data is showing a downward trend with a slight uptick in 2019.

“So, when I look at WEF and dressage, I see the upward trend, but when I look at polo, it’s showing a downward transition. So, something isn’t sitting right. What are we missing?”

Arellano said that polo is hard to track with teams playing at various

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Wellington’s Community Services Department will host its second annual Senior Health Fair on Thursday, Oct. 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center. Registration is not required.

More than 40 vendors will participate in this year’s fair, which will include free flu shots administered by Walgreens and free health screenings. Participants will enjoy door prizes and lunch.

Wellington thanks event sponsors Baptist Health South Florida and Palms West Hospital for making this event possible.

For more information about senior events and programs, visit www.wellingtonfl.gov or call Jenifer Brito at (561) 791-4796.

Wellington’s Utilities Department is conducting routine maintenance of its lime softening plant through the month of October.

This plant provides approximately 40 percent of the village’s overall treatment capacity. Maintenance requires the plant to be temporarily taken offline. In order to meet system demands, the water distribution pressure leaving the plant has been lowered, so residents may notice a reduction in water pressure. For more info., call the Water Plant Control Room at (561) 791-4037.

ACC Community Meeting Oct. 28

Whole Foods Art Reception Oct. 18

On Monday, Oct. 28, Palm Beach County Animal Care & Control will hold a community meeting with design consultant PGAL and sub-consultant Animal Arts to provide an update on their efforts since selected in July for the Animal Care & Control main shelter renovation project.

The meeting will be held at the Vista Center (2300 N. Jog Road, West Palm Beach) at 6:30 p.m.

During the meeting, community members will be provided an update on the comparative study, trends in animal housing and

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The Wellington Art Society and Whole Foods Market in Wellington is currently showing an exhibit

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Snacks and wine will be served.

A donation of $5 will go to the Wellington Art Society Scholarship Fund.

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She sometimes does watercolors when she wants a quick expression of the moment but works mainly in oils on large canvases.

Her semi-abstract paintings reflect Encaoua’s love of nature and raw elements. Her landscapes and portraits are a mixture of flaming red with sparkling white and bright turquoise in paintings that infer strength, vitality and gentleness.

Encaoua won the 2013 competition of Young Talent in France, was the featured 2015 “Artist of the Day” on the famous web site Saatchi Art and won the 2017 French Award Arts-Sciences-Letters. She splits her time between Paris and Miami.

St. Rita Garage Sale Nov. 9

St. Rita Catholic Church (13645 Paddock Drive, Wellington) will host a Gigantic Garage Sale on Saturday, Nov. 9 from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. inside the parish hall.

Refreshments and baked goods will be for sale. For more info., call Liz at (561) 779-9950 or Pat at (561) 714-4422.

Life Line Health Screenings At Oasis Church

Life Line Screening, a leading provider of community-based preventive health screenings, will offer a preventive health event at Oasis Church (16401 Southern

Blvd., Loxahatchee) on Thursday, Oct. 24. Five screenings will be offered that scan for potential health problems related to: blocked arteries, abdominal aortic aneurysms, hardening of the arteries in the legs, atrial fibrillation or irregular heartbeat, and a bone density screening for men and women used to assess the risk of osteoporosis.

Register for a Wellness Package, which includes four vascular tests and osteoporosis screening from $149 ($139 with member discount). All five screenings take 60 to 90 minutes to complete. Register for the event and to receive a $10 discount off any package priced above $129 by calling (888) 653-6441, visit www.lifelinescreening.com/communitycircle or text “circle” to 797979.

Wellington To Break Ground On Boardwalk

The Wellington Village Council will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the Town Center Boardwalk on Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 5:30 p.m. The ceremony will take place on Lake Wellington, behind the Wellington Community Center.

Construction of the 800-foot brick-paved boardwalk will continue through April 2020. Once completed, the pathway, set alongside scenic Lake Wellington, will provide a greater sense of place for events in and around the Town Center area. The boardwalk will include a new dock for boaters

State Education Commissioner To Meet With Local Parents

Florida Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran will be in Palm Beach County on Monday, Oct. 14 to hear from parents and community stakeholders about the state’s academic standards.

In January, Gov. Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 19-32 to improve Florida’s academic standards. This mandate directed Corcoran to comprehensively review the academic standards for Florida’s kindergarten through grade 12 students and provide recommended revisions by Jan. 1, 2020.

The Florida Department of Education has released the second draft of the revised standards for public input. The revised draft was crafted based on feedback received over the last several months from Florida teacher experts, national experts and the education community.

The meeting at John I. Leonard High School on Monday, Oct. 14 will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Media Center. Doors will open at 5 p.m.

If you are unable to attend, the public can submit feedback on each of the second draft standards individually at www.floridastan-

Down Syndrome Walk Oct. 13

The DownRight ExtraOrdinary Walk will take place on Sunday, Oct. 13 at John Prince Park’s Center Drive Pavilion (4759 S. Congress Avenue, Lake Worth) to benefit the Gold Coast Down Syndrome Organization. Check-in is at 8 a.m. with an opening ceremony at 8:45 a.m. The walk starts at 9:15 a.m. All activities will be open 8 a.m. to noon.

Pre-registration for the event is $20, but participants can register on the day of the walk for $25. The fee includes a T-shirt, continental breakfast and multiple activities for children. Hot dogs, drinks and additional food will be available for a small donation. Visit www. ds-stride.org/downrightextraordinary to register online, or contact Corinne Pike at goldcoastdsorg@ att.net or (561) 752-3383 for more info.

The event includes a one-mile walk, free breakfast, bounce houses, a petting zoo, pony rides, young children’s games, face painting, a dunk tank, live entertainment, a raffle and a silent auction. The event raises funds for Gold Coast Down Syndrome’s educational, social and advocacy programs serving all of Palm Beach County and promotes awareness of the capabilities and talents of those with Down syndrome. The event, presented by G4S, is expected to attract 2,000 people and raise $170,000.

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AMERICAN LEGION POST 390 CLEAN UP PADDOCK DRIVE

As part of American Legion Post 390’s commitment to serve the Wellington community, Commander Henry Tocci joined his team of American Legion members and Sons of the American Legion to clean up a portion of Paddock Drive on Saturday, Oct. 5 as part of a sponsorship through the village’s Adopt-A-Street program. Shown above are Jim Napuli, Bill Bartels, Sara Bartels, Henry Tocci, Al Ziker, Joshua Katz, John Shwiner and Dennis Masch. Not shown: Larry Williams and David Katz.

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Polo Players Support Group Welcomes U.S. Polo Assn. As Sponsor

The Polo Players Support Group is thrilled to welcome U.S. Polo Assn. as the title sponsor of the 40-Goal Polo Challenge.

Since 2002, the PPSG has hosted its marquee fundraising event, the 40-Goal Polo Challenge, in South Florida, gathering eight of the world’s best polo players to put on an all-star polo game to benefit seriously injured and ill polo players and grooms.

“The PPSG is delighted to have U.S. Polo Assn. as our title sponsor,” said Dave Offen, president of the Polo Players Support Group.

“We have enjoyed working with U.S. Polo Assn. for the past two years as our apparel sponsor and anticipate bigger and better initiatives to come. I believe this partnership will be well received by the polo community, who we rely on for support. We look forward to making 2020 our best year ever.”

U.S. Polo Assn. is a global lifestyle brand officially sanctioned by the United States Polo Association, the governing body of the sport

of polo in the United States since 1890. Products are sold in more than 180 countries at independent retail stores, department stores and in 1,100 U.S. Polo Assn. brand stores. U.S. Polo Assn. carries clothing for men, women and children, as well as accessories, luggage, watches, shoes, home furnishings and more.

“U.S. Polo Assn. is honored to partner with the PPSG to support such an important cause and such a wonderful event,” said J. Michael Prince, president and CEO of USPA Global Licensing Inc. The 40-Goal Polo Challenge has become one of the most popular charity events of the winter equestrian season at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington. The PPSG is often a gateway for both polo players and fans alike to come together in support of a worthy cause.

Inspired by the 2000 benefit that raised more than $200,000 toward polo player Rob Walton’s expenses after a polo-related accident

Mariano Aguerre and Miguel Novillo Astrada play in front of a packed house on the US Polo Assn. field at the International Polo Club Palm Beach.

PHOTO BY ALEX PACHECO left him paralyzed, the PPSG was since provided financial assistance established to raise funds for seri- to 82 seriously injured and ill polo ously injured and ill polo players players and grooms totaling over and grooms. Founded in 2002 by $2.6 million. To learn more about Dave Offen, Tony Coppola and the PPSG, or to make a donation, Tim Gannon, the nonprofit has visit www.polosupport.com.

TKA’s Conservatory Named In Recognition Of Gift From Jan Smith

On Saturday, Oct. 5, the King’s Academy announced the naming of its nationally recognized fine arts program the Smith Family Conservatory of the Arts, in honor of Jan Smith’s generous $1 million gift to endow the program.

Enthusiastic patrons celebrated Smith’s generosity in a memorable fashion. The King’s Academy and Manhattan Concert Productions collaborated to produce the school’s Golden Anniversary Broadway Spectacular. The two sold-out performances featured a school and community wide

celebration with Broadway’s best.

Smith is an avid patron of the arts and a tremendous supporter of TKA. Her son Michael is a graduate and grandson Hunter is a current student. Smith has been involved in the school since the early 1980s. Over the years, her generosity has helped the school to rise to the next level of excellence in Christian education.

“Jan’s generous gift to endow the program allows the Smith Family Conservatory of the Arts to continue its tradition of excellence while allowing the program to pur-

sue new endeavors and to provide some of the finest performing arts education in the country,” TKA President Randal Martin said.

Smith’s service and generosity is reflected throughout the school.

Her contributions include serving as Grandparent Chair of the Page Center’s Take A Seat Campaign, volunteering with the school’s Friends of the Library, working on the committee to remodel the Rosemary Beaumont Library and school’s clinic, as well as underwriting the Smith Family Laboratory in the Boswell Center

for Science & Technology.

“We are so excited to be able to give back to the King’s Academy for all they have given to my family over the last 45 years. They have provided excellent academic, sports and conservatory programs, but more importantly, they have been family,” Smith said. “I know for sure that some of my greatest days are in front of me as I work with David Snyder [the school’s artistic director] and conservatory students as they embark on a journey to discover their hopes and dreams.”

TKA President Randal Martin, benefactor Jan Smith, and TKA Artistic Director David Snyder.

Neil S. Hirsch Family Boys & Girls Club 38th Annual Golf Classic Nov. 1

The Neil S. Hirsch Family Boys & Girls Club of Wellington has announced the return of the annual Wellington Golf Classic on Friday, Nov. 1 at the Wanderers Club (1900 Aero Club Drive, Wellington). In its 38th year, the event will consist of a tournament, raffle, live auction and awards reception.

The tournament kicks off with registration at 11:30 a.m., followed

by a 12:30 p.m. shotgun start, with an auction and awards luncheon to follow. Committee members include Todd Barron, Elliot Bonner, Michael Ferraro, John Hornberger, Ray Mooney, Mickey Smith, Max Westerman and Meghan Whitten.

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Students Walk To School At Cypress Trails Elementary

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Cypress Trails Elementary School students participated in International Walk to School Day on Wednesday, Oct. 2.

The purpose of this event is to encourage students to walk and/ or bike to school for improved health, to reduce the amount of school traffic and to protect the environment.

This year, Cypress Trails was joined by Royal Palm Beach Village Council members Richard Valuntas and Jan Rodusky, as well as five deputies from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.

Students had an opportunity to practice pedestrian and bicycle safety on the sidewalks and with the crossing guards.

Physical education teacher Linda Zaskey thanks the PBSO, village officials and the more than 200 students and parents who participated.

PBSO deputies with Councilwoman Jan Rodusky.

Crestwood Middle School recently participated in Start With Hello Week, where students were taught the skills they need to reach out and include others who may be dealing with chronic isolation and create a culture of inclusion and connectedness.

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Principal Bruce Saulter (right) with PBSO officers and students.

DADS TAKE KIDS TO GOLDEN GROVE

On Wednesday, Sept. 25, the students of Golden Grove Elementary School in The Acreage were so excited to have their favorite male role model bring them to school as they participated in Dads Take Your Child to School Day. This initiative serves to highlight and support fatherhood engagement in education by helping schools foster this important connection with fathers and father figures. Research indicates that engaging dads, brothers, uncles, father figures, other significant male role models and male mentors increase student success in numerous ways.

Character Counts winners at Crestwood Middle School (shown above) were recently given a special recognition from U.S. Congressman Alcee Hastings for being exemplary citizens.

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The Wellington Art Society hosted an Art Fusion Pop-Up Art Gallery from Friday, Oct. 4 through Sunday, Oct. 6 at Live 360 in the Mall at Wellington Green. Artists were available to discuss their artwork, while some artists did demos of their artwork technique. Most of the 75 pieces of artwork were for sale. For more information, visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org.

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Brian King, Carolina King and Bill King by Carolina King’s art.

Rachel Laub sold her signed book about butterflies to Louise Connolly.

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LOCAL WOMEN’S GROUP HEARS FROM NEW YWCA CEO KATHLEEN SPEARS

The Women of the Western Communities gathered on Thursday, Oct. 3 at the Wellington National Golf Club. Dr. Kathleen Spears, new CEO of the local YWCA, was the guest speaker. She discussed the services available for abused women and children through Harmony House. The next meeting on Nov. 7 will accept food donations for Thanksgiving baskets. For more information, visit www. womenofthewesterncommunities.org.

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ROYAL PALM YOUNG AT HEART CLUB ENJOYS A PIRATE-THEMED LUNCHEON

The Royal Palm Beach Young at Heart Club held a luncheon on Friday, Oct. 4 at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center. The theme was “Pirates and Wenches.” Entertainment was provided by Wayne L., who sang oldies and had members of the audience help him sing and dance on stage. For more information about the Young at Heart Club, call Carmen Bumgardner at (561) 790-5149.

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Wayne L. and Hank Isler sing “Johnny Be Good.”

Dolores Valentine, Louise Moreno, Elissa Diament and Lee Messina.

Marcene Reiter, Janet Moore, Diana Thompson, Nancy Koteles, Joan Darago and Irwina Frank.

Wayne L., Mayor Fred Pinto, Tony Moronciello and Lincoln Roberts dance to “My Girl.”

Marilyn Hill, YAH President Sandy Rubin and Rosemarie Hosford.

Decorating committee members Mary Ann Robinson, Lee Messina, Berit Hogan and Roberta Hennessy.

Wayne L. and Janet Briggs sing “Elvira.”

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ROYAL PALM BEACH AMERICAN LEGION POST 367 HOLDS ANNUAL MEETING

On Thursday, Oct. 3, Royal Palm Beach’s American Legion Post 367 held its annual installation meeting at Golden Lakes. The meeting featured a discussion by District Officer Marina Perez from Post 164, who is available to help veterans in need of assistance getting insurance coverage. The meeting was led by Commander Johnny Castro. For more information, find American Legion Post 367 on Facebook or e-mail Castro at guamwarrior@outlook.com.

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A Trip To The Carnival Was Way Too Much Excitement For Me!

My grandchildren are 5 and 7 now — old enough to go to a carnival at night and not be scared. Their parents were out on a date night, and I couldn’t wait to dazzle the kidlets with the lights, the sounds, the fun of it all! But, because I am a responsible grandma, I brought out some glow sticks and said, “Crack these open and wrap yourselves up in them. On my watch, there will be no child left behind!”

The children did as they were told but, “They don’t work! They’re duds!”

Indeed they were. Evidently, glow sticks can’t make it from one Halloween to the next. Mumbling to myself about the transient nature of chemicals, I brought out the battery-operated wands we’d bought

then walk two blocks more to get right back here. Is that what you want to do?”

They did. (Sigh.)

“Well, at least notice that I am wearing white slacks. If you need me, look for white. No one in their right mind wears white to a sticky, greasy carnival, but I did — for you, so you can find me, got it?”

They nodded. “Do you know your mom’s phone number?” More nods. All good.

Upon our eventual entrance to the carnival, I stopped the starry-eyed, giddy, carnival-struck, bouncing children in their tracks to solemnly point out a gaggle of police officers, scarily dressed in all-black SWAT gear. “If you get lost, you find one of these guys, OK?” I said.

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“No, I cannot. But we can walk the two blocks back to the car and put them in and

They nodded, eyes as big as saucers, mesmerized. As for me, I wondered exactly what the cops were expecting to go down that evening, dressed like that. Wow. But now it was time for fun. Skippy ran over to the first booth he saw, begging to throw darts at balloons. I have to say, the carnival was very kid-friendly. The balloons weren’t half-deflated and placed a foot apart (making it hard to break one) but filled to capacity and pinned up shoulder to shoulder. Skippy quickly threw four darts, hit four balloons and won. Glory day! A little plush snake was his. Oh, the pride! If only we adults allowed ourselves to burst our buttons like that. The feeling

was infectious. I texted my daughter, “We have been here five minutes, and Skippy has already won a game!”

When I looked up from my phone, fiveyear-old Tess was gone. Six minutes into the carnival, and one kid had disappeared!

Skippy and I called her name (no answer), then went back to where the SWAT guys had been standing, but nobody was there anymore. Six minutes? It had to be a kidnapping. My mind raced. We were so close to the entrance. Had someone just scooped her up and retreated back into the night? We stepped back outside and looked around, then power-walked the length and breadth of the carnival. “We’ll See WELKY, page 18

‘Joker’ Is A Gritty Film That’s More An Indictment Of Society

Todd Phillips’ Joker is a tough, strange film that at times reaches brilliance. But the very toughness, the grittiness of the story, creates a kind of moral warp that makes most people uneasy. It is really good in places, graced by an incredible performance by Joaquin Phoenix. Yet it is also a film that never finds its heart.

Arthur Fleck (Phoenix) is a complete loser. As a rent-a-clown, he is a failure in a job where the performance bar is set very low. At the start of the film, a group of teens steal the sign he is carrying for a going out of business sale and beat him senseless. His boss docks his pay for the sign. He is given a gun for “protection” but drops it while performing in a children’s ward and loses his job. At home he takes care of his crazy mother (Frances Conroy) to the point of giving her baths. I did say this film was weird, didn’t I? He does have a fairly reasonable relationship with a young mother in his building Sophie

and act out in his name. Thomas Wayne (Brett Cullen), a wealthy billionaire and father of you know who, calls for action against vigilantism. In the midst of all of this, Fleck discovers connections between Wayne and his family. And “the fun” really begins.

This is a very political movie. Although some of the Marvel and DC films have been political before, this carries things to new heights. In “The Dark Knight” series, Batman is considered a vigilante and outside the law. In Captain America: Civil War there is a struggle between those who favor individual decisions about what’s right versus those of groups of nations. And, of course, the two final Avengers films are about extreme environmentalism… Thanos kills half the living beings in the universe to “create balance.” But Joker deals with class issues. Fleck is seriously mentally ill, but the government cuts mental programs to

‘I’ On CULTURE

By Leonard Wechsler (Zazie Beetz) but things begin to fall apart when he starts doing stand-up comedy.

His laugh, uncontrollable, gets in the way, and a video of it winds up being shown on the late-night TV show of his idol Murray Franklin (Robert DeNiro) as a target for laughter. And then he has a sudden life change when he realizes it is far better to do unto others than to have them do unto him.

His act of violence turns his image into a symbol for the poor, the “forgotten” people of Gotham City, who begin to riot

save money. When Fleck asks a clearly non-caring social worker what will happen when he no longer gets the seven different medications he is on, you know there will be trouble ahead — and the city’s leaders clearly do not care. Wayne directly calls out the poorer people who have followed the joker as part of the problem.

Gotham, which looks at times awfully much like my old neighborhood in The Bronx, is not a nice place to be. Fleck is a victim, far more badly treated than most.

And then he finally decides that all the things holding him down are features, not disabilities. And when he does that, he is casually fearsome.

Phoenix is brilliant. His performance goes far beyond what we call “acting.” He manages to make us have no pity at all for a man who is beaten and destroyed by an uncaring, nasty world because he himself is so loathsome. It is a strangely powerful performance, although it, ironically, is

weakest when he is simply being the Joker, rather than Fleck. Heath Ledger’s legendary performance turned the Joker into a symbol of total nihilistic destruction for the fun of it. Phoenix in full makeup seems almost a bit bored.

The rest of the cast, albeit in smaller parts, is excellent. I liked Beetz as the one person providing a modicum of a decent relationship. Cullen as Thomas Wayne was strong; not really villainous, just callously uncaring. Conroy was excellent as the crazed mother. And DeNiro was a nice, affable semi-clone of Johnny Carson.

Should you see the movie? If you like tough, gritty films, sort of colorful film noir, you should really go. This world is as tough and mean as any. But it is far more an indictment of our uncaring times than a story of a twisted man. That villain might be the center, but it seems the world is far more evil than he might ever be.

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Wellington Regional, Dillard’s Host Pamper And Shop For A Cause

By Gina M. Capone Town-Crier Staff Report Wellington Regional Medical Center and Dillard’s teamed up to fight breast cancer by bringing women together on Thursday, Oct. 3 at the Dillard’s store in the Mall at Wellington Green. Pamper & Shop event sponsors also included

Century Oncology, Sari Center, Live 360 and the American Cancer Society.

Women are making strides to fight breast cancer. Today, most women who battle breast cancer will survive, but 50 years ago, this was not the case. In a half century, women’s healthcare has

improved dramatically, with increased awareness to get yearly mammograms, complemented with regular breast self-exams.

Women are urged to bring any concerns up with their doctor immediately, since early detection is key.

The Pamper & Shop event had

stations set up throughout the second level of Dillard’s, offering free bra fittings, makeovers and skincare consultations. Bags were given out by Wellington Regional Medical Center including perfumes, mugs, pamphlets and pink bands.

Hors d’oeuvres were provided

by An Edge on Thyme. Chef and owner Rich Brent prepared light bites for the patrons attending the affair. Wine was also served, and Steven Garcia was the raffle winner, winning a Michael Kors bag with a wallet.

The American Cancer Society and Avon will be hosting a Pink

Party at the mall’s center court on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 12:30 to 3 p.m. The event will recognize cancer survivors and feature Zumba, raffle prizes, and a mini pumpkin and bra decorating area. For more information, contact Jay Zeager at (561) 614-2821 or jay.zeager@ cancer.org.

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(Front row) Lauren Thomsen of 21st Century Oncology, Dr. Kathleen Minnick, WRMC CEO Pam Tahan, WRMC Director of Business Development Samantha Rosen, Physician Relations Manager Tammy Shiverdecker and Donna Goodwin of the American Cancer Society; (back row) Wilma Coliazo, Kristen Sickles and Katy Piumelli of Dillard’s, Dr. Andrew O’Leary, Dr. Bryan Peterson, Jay Zeager of the American Cancer Society and WRMC Oncology Nurse Navigator Robin Gouveia.

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continued from page 1 brought up during arbitration was an issue with their flooring.

“The original blueprints stated that on a 24-inch center truss system, the subfloor on top was supposed to be a three-quarter-inch manmade engineered plywood, to keep the floor stiff. Maybe a month before they poured the concrete, [the developer] did a roof revision,” Anthony said. “They added a picture of a roofing vent to the subfloor, and where it said plywood, they pretty much highlighted and changed it to OSB material.

They never asked for a revision to switch us from plywood to OSB.

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continued from page 1 section, large areas in Indian Trail, so we have units that were all numbered,” Palin said. “Within each one of those units there are lots that are served by the roads and the drainage structures.”

The cost of maintaining those facilities is allocated on a lot-bylot basis paid annually. Activation of a unit begins with approval by the ITID Board of Supervisors, which determines the level of services that the unit will receive, based on the desires of the property owners there.

“There are a number of opportunities for public notice,” Palin said. “Public hearings have to be advertised. Individual notices will be sent out to landowners. The actual creation of the unit and the establishment of an assessment would not be done without a substantial amount of public notice and opportunity for the public to participate.”

He added that ITID’s engineer would play a role in determining the scope of costs in activating a unit.

Las Flores Homeowners’ Association Secretary Kim Bolser-Aumen said ITID has graded Las Flores roads in the past. The HOA sometimes paid for the service, and depending on staff direction, were not charged, but pointed out that Las Flores residents do not have ITID voting rights, and at some point, the grading was stopped.

Palin pointed out that ITID once provided contract maintenance to

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The Swans noted that the second half of the neighborhood’s construction has included items such as raising the patios and a smaller, 18-inch center truss system in the construction process. They believe this proves the developer knows that changes are needed.

Arbitration for the Swan property took place in July, and the results were mixed, deciding in favor of both parties throughout the assessment. The main issue, however, remains that after the 60-day deadline passed, work had not even started.

The Swans have been strong personal advocates throughout the process, keeping in touch with Royal Palm Beach regarding the project as well.

“I met with the Swans probably six to nine months ago, and the drainage was something that we did have on our radar screen. We did identify that it needs to be corrected,” Royal Palm Beach Village Manager Ray Liggins told the Town-Crier. “We did notify K. Hovnanian and the consultant that worked on it. We have a bond guarantee on the project, so we weren’t going to release the bond until [the drainage] was taken care of. They weren’t doing it very quickly, and with the Swans coming to the council, that did speed things up.”

When he learned of the arbitra-

tion findings, and that the 60-day requirement had passed, Liggins remained hopeful for the Swans.

“I would hope that K. Hovnanian will honor the arbitration, even if they didn’t do it within the 60 days. I think they have an obligation to honor that,” Liggins said.

“They have always had a good reputation as a builder. I would hope that K. Hovnanian wants to keep that reputation, and that they do everybody who bought a place in Royal Palm Beach right.”

The Swans hope to see other residents from Park Central at Cypress Key join them in speaking out to protect their homes.

“Arbitration is only for our little square, it’s not for the entire property,” Anthony said. “But a community arbitrator could tell them to do something. That’s why

I’m going to Royal Palm Beach, to make K. Hovnanian fix the work before they receive a final CO

[certificate of occupancy]. We are trying to be the voice and try to help the neighborhood.”

un-activated roads, but it was determined by the state that the district was not authorized to provide services outside of activated units.

Palin said the easements for both Las Flores and Dellwood have been transferred from the developer to ITID. “All that means is that Indian Trail has the right to maintain, but does not have the duty to maintain,” he said, adding that the residents of those units pay for drainage, but not road maintenance or parks.

Bolser-Aumen said that the HOA has money to provide road maintenance, but it cannot find a contractor that will provide maintenance to the two roads in Las Flores. She added that she felt Las Flores residents do not desire more intensive canal maintenance than is currently provided but would like more road maintenance.

“We’re paying somebody to grade with a box blade, and it’s just not working,” she said. “I think we all would love to see some sort of agreement to make the roads work.”

ITID President Betty Argue said the only way the district could provide road maintenance services is if the units were activated.

“In order for you to be able to vote, you have to activate,” she said, adding that Las Flores is currently included in ITID’s water control plan.

Bolser-Aumen pointed out that Las Flores already pays for water control and felt it was unfair that they had no voting rights if they reached an impasse with ITID. ITID Engineer Jay Foy said there are many drainage structures outside of Las Flores that it receives benefits from.

Bolser-Aumen said residents of Las Flores receive adequate drainage. “We have a problem with our roads,” she said.

Foy said a plan could be developed that could address road maintenance only.

“If you only wanted roads and the board directed the engineer to just do roads, you could keep your drainage exactly as it is, and we wouldn’t touch your canals if that’s what the board directs,” he said.

Bolser-Aumen said Las Flores has not had problems with drainage, except during catastrophic events such as Tropical Storm Isaac. “ITID has always ultimately come through for us,” she said. “It might have taken a couple of days if the system was overwhelmed…

Our biggest concern is the roads.”

She said she was personally willing to have Las Flores activated, although she did not know the disposition of other homeowners there.

Argue said that ITID might be able to help the residents by underwriting long-term bonds that they could pay off over time.

“From what I’m hearing, what you want is just to limit it to road improvement and road maintenance on an ongoing basis,” she said. “The cost would be the cost of activating the unit and the engineering costs. We can build that in and spread it out. If there is an amount that needs to be financed or bonded, we can talk about that.”

Argue said the next step would be for the board to meet with as many residents as possible to get

input and see if all they want is to get the roads maintained.

“In my opinion, it’s better to look at the whole system,” she said. “That’s what we’re doing with Santa Rosa Groves. We’re going to clean up the whole system and restore it to what it was designed under the water control plan to do.”

ITID Assistant Executive Director Rob Robinson offered cost estimates for Las Flores, Dellwood and Learwood based on research done for Santa Rosa Groves.

“I know we have talked about this problem for a while,” Robinson said. “We have been working with the residents of Santa Rosa Groves on a similar problem that they have had. I took some linear footage data as a tentative

estimate. This is not based on any engineering report.”

Based on a rough estimate, refurbishing roads in Dellwood and Learwood with shell rock only, reestablishing the swales, evaluating what culverts need replacing and sodding, the cost would be about $275,000, he said. Asphalt paving would add about $171,000, which would eliminate the need for grading.

Las Flores roads, at about 3,200 linear feet each, would cost more, considering swales that need to be cut and culverts to be installed.

“For both of those roads combined, it would be roughly $450,000 — $225,000 a leg,” he said, adding that asphalt paving for those roads would add about $283,000.

that could possibly show us how to do it better, how to do it smarter, how to come out ahead on the other side, how to leverage, how to play the game,” Danowski said, adding that Planning & Zoning is an advisory board whose recommendations go to the council, which makes the final decision.

Danowski also confirmed with Shutt that board members, like council members, are obligated to recuse themselves from a decision if it stands to benefit them or a family member.

She made a motion to approve Tacilauskas to the board, but it failed for lack of a second.

In other business: • The council approved the appointment of Patrick Painter to the Roadways, Equestrian, Trails & Greenway Advisory Committee.

• The council approved a

$40,000 non-matching technical grant from the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity for comprehensive planning to create an up-to-date map database covering all approvals and business tax receipts to identify properties that are not consistent with town code and come up with recommendations on how to address them.

• The council approved the first reading of an ordinance to move the date of municipal election to be held concurrent with the Presidential Preference Primary on Tuesday, March 17.

• The council approved the second reading of an ordinance designating the Planning & Zoning Board to act as the Local Planning Agency. A motion by Danowski carried 3-1 with Councilman Dave DeMarois absent and Maniglia dissenting.

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continued from page 4 Tacilauskas due to topics discussed at the Saturday visioning session, which included challenges, threats and opportunities.

“The results of the survey [showed that] our biggest threat is development,” she said. “It’s up to us as the council and the town management to manage these things and make it work for us.”

She pointed out that a person who works for a billionaire must have learned something along the way. “Matt was born in Australia, he’s traveled the world, he’s been involved with really big projects, so my thought was that’s knowledge base coming into this town

Anthony Swan points out how the raised common area means water flows toward the homes instead of away.

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continued from page 16 find her,” I said cheerfully. “She just got turned around is all.”

But no Tess. And no cops. My blood pressure had hit an all-time high by the time Skippy yelled, “There she is!”

And, yes, there she was, sitting calmly at the Lost Children tent, chatting amiably with the volunteer, sucking on a free lollipop and working on a Stranger Danger coloring page.

Evidently, I had made such a big deal about “what to do if you get lost” that she wanted to try it out!

The next text I got was from my daughter: “Um, the police department just called...”

COMMUNITY CALENDAR Saturday, Oct. 12 • Fright Nights continues at the South Florida Fairgrounds through Nov. 2 with multiple haunted houses, “scare zones,” midway rides, a virtual reality experience, food vendors, video games, street performers and live entertainment. For more info., visit www.myfrightnights.com.

• Buckler’s Craft Fair will be at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, Oct. 12 and Sunday, Oct. 13. For more info., visit www.bucklershows.com.

• Audubon Everglades will host a bird count at Peaceful Waters Sanctuary (11700 Pierson Road, Wellington) on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Meet under the cover of the gazebo on the boardwalk. Visit www.auduboneverglades. org for more info.

• The Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International will host its Fall Tropical Fruit & Plant Sale on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the South Florida Fairgrounds. Vendors from all over the state will offer a wide variety of fruit trees. For more info., visit www.pbrarefruitcouncil.org.

• Waggin’ at the Waterpark returns to Calypso Bay Waterpark (151 Lamstein Lane, Royal Palm Beach) on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. to 1:50 p.m. Palm Beach County Animal Care & Control will also be on site with adoptions. The 50-minute sessions will be divided by the size of the dog. Registration opens at 9 a.m. and will re-open 30 minutes prior to each session. All dogs must have proof of current rabies, DHLP and Bordetella vaccinations on site in order to enter. All dogs must wear a collar and license in the pool area. To download the registration form, visit www.pbcsplash.com. For more info., call (561) 790-6160.

• Crime Stoppers of Palm Beach County will hold its 10th anniversary Cruizin’ for Crime Stoppers Motorcycle Ride on Saturday Oct. 12 with registration starting at 9:30 a.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex with the ride starting at 10:30 a.m. The group will rest at the Pahokee Marina before heading to Abacoa Town Center. The cost is $25 per bike and $15 per additional passenger.

Lunch and a band will be provided, as well as raffles. Visit www.cruizinforcrimestoppers. info or call Heidi Schalk at (561) 385-1500 for more info.

• You Farm and Ruffles & Overalls will host a Fall Barn Sale on Saturday, Oct. 12 and Sunday, Oct. 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 16651 Rembrandt Road in Loxahatchee.

Admission is $5. For more info., visit www. rufflesandoveralls.com.

• The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 Forest Hill Blvd. will host a Three Dog Night tribute concert by Celebrate on Saturday, Oct. 12 at 7:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info.

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will host musician BélO on Saturday, Oct. 12 at 7:30 and 10 p.m. Performing a mixture of jazz, rock, reggae and Afro-Haitian traditional rhythms, singer-songwriter BélO is hailed as Haiti’s music ambassador to the world. Visit www.kravis.org for more info.

Sunday, Oct. 13 • The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk in Okeeheelee

Park South (7500 Forest Hill Blvd.) on Sunday, Oct. 13 at 7:30 a.m. Call Paul Cummings at (561) 963-9906 for more info.

• Audubon Everglades will hold a Guided Bird Walk at Frenchman’s Forest (12201 Prosperity Farms Road, Palm Beach Gardens) on Sunday, Oct. 13 at 8 a.m. Visit www.auduboneverglades.org for more info.

• Audubon Everglades will hold a Hawk Watch at John D. MacArthur Beach State Park (10900 Florida A1A, North Palm Beach) on Sunday, Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visit www.auduboneverglades.org for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Marvel Superheroes Adventure Game for ages 12 to 17 on Sunday, Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. Like D&D? Can’t wait for the next Marvel movie? Come play as a famous hero or create your own. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Sahaja Meditation for ages 16 and up on Sunday, Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. This time-honored technique reduces stress, brings better focus and helps you become more balanced. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

Monday, Oct. 14 • The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Foundation will host its eighth annual Sheriff’s Scholars Golf Classic on Monday, Oct. 14 at the Wanderers Club (1900 Aero Club Drive, Wellington). Registration and pre-tournament events start at 11 a.m.

Contact John Flanagan at (561) 714-9058 or john.flanagan@pbcsf.org for more info.

• Audubon Everglades will hold a Guided Bird Walk at Morikami Park (4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach) on Monday, Oct. 14 at 8 a.m. For more info., visit www. auduboneverglades.org.

Tuesday, Oct. 15 • Audubon Everglades will hold a Guided Bird Walk at the Wakodahatchee Wetlands (13026 Jog Road, Delray Beach) on Tuesday, Oct. 15 from 8 to 10 a.m. For more info., visit www.auduboneverglades.org.

• Palms West Hospital invites the community to attend a Lunch & Learn on “Breast Density Matters, Know Your Risk” featuring imaging radiologist Dr. Judith Merchant on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 12:15 p.m. in Classroom 2. Call (561) 345-7009 to RSVP. • The Senior Referral Program of Royal Palm Beach will staff an information desk to help seniors and their caregivers identify and access services for their special needs on Tuesday, Oct. 15 and Thursday, Oct. 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Royal Palm Beach Recreation Center (100 Sweet Bay Lane).

No appointment is needed for this free service; just stop by the desk. For more info., call (561) 790-5188. People interested in volunteering are also encouraged to stop by.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Password Protection for a Safer Online Experience for adults on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 2 p.m. Staff will discuss the importance of creating, managing and remembering passwords to protect your online identity. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Not So Scary Spiders for

ages 5 to 12 on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 3 p.m.

Create colorful, creepy-crawly spiders. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Whole Health Intergenerational Nutrition Education (WHINE) for ages 5 and up on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 6 p.m. Learn stress management with simple yoga moves and breathing activities. Bring a mat or towel and water. Call (561) 7906030 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Read Together Palm Beach County Book Discussion on The One-in-aMillion Boy by Monica Wood for adults on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 6:30 p.m. Borrow a copy and attend a lively discussion featuring this year’s selection. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

Wednesday, Oct. 16 • The League of Women Voters will host a Hot Topic Luncheon on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 11 a.m. at the Atlantis Country Club (190 S. Atlantis Blvd.). The topic is “How to Attract Viable Candidates for Political Office.” RSVPs are requested either online at www.lwvpbc.org or by calling Esther Friedman at (561) 968-4123.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host a Kitchen Chat for ages 14 and up on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 2 p.m., a bimonthly discussion to help you with home cooking. Borrow any cookbook, test a meal and share your tips, techniques and kitchen adventures. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Lego Bricks for ages 5 to 12 on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 3 p.m. Build, imagine and play with Lego bricks. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Chapter Crafter Fall Fun for ages 5 to 9 on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 3 p.m. featuring stories and crafts for schoolaged kids to enjoy. Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Book Arts for ages 16 and up on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 6 p.m. Learn the basics of book origami to transform your old books into works of art. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Anime Nation for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 6 p.m. View new anime titles in Japanese with English subtitles. Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Gardening for Birds with Native Plants on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 6:30 p.m. Learn how to attract birds in your garden. Get a voucher for two free three-gallon native plants at the end of class, one voucher per household. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• Shulamit Hadassah will host Art on the Rocks on Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. at PBCFR Station 30 (9910 Stribling Way, Wellington). For more info., call (561) 512-3172.

Thursday, Oct. 17 • The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon featuring Florida Power & Light President/CEO

Eric Silagy on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 11:30 a.m. at the Breakers West Country Club. For more info., call (561) 790-6200 or visit www. cpbchamber.com.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its Tween Advisory Club for grades 4 and 5 on Thursdays, Oct. 17 and Oct. 24 at 2:30 p.m. Brainstorm and develop the kinds of activities you like. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington Amphitheater will host a free 1980s tribute concert by the On the Roxx band, along with food trucks, on Thursday, Oct. 17 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. For more info., visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/calendar.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Game Night for ages 12 and up on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 6 p.m. Try new and favorite games. Snacks will be provided.

Call (561) 681-4100 for more info.

• The Royal Palm Beach Village Council will meet on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. at Village Hall (1050A Royal Palm Beach Blvd.). Visit www.royalpalmbeach.com for more info.

Friday, Oct. 18 • AARP will sponsor a Smart Driving Course for ages 50 and up on Friday, Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 791-4796 for more info.

• Baptist Health South Florida will sponsor Feel Good Friday Dances for ages 55 and up on Fridays, Oct. 18 and Oct. 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 791-4796 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Crafts for Kids: Autumn Edition for ages 4 to 8 on Friday, Oct. 18 at 3 p.m. Make a fun fall craft and a new friend at this family event. Call (561) 6814100 for more info.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “Get Mummified with Jack & Annie from the Magic Tree House!” for ages 6 to 9 on Friday, Oct. 18 at 4 p.m.

Step back in time and explore ancient Egypt.

Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Levi’s Story: A Dog’s Journey on Thursday, Oct. 17 at 4:30 p.m.

Meet Levi, the ARF reading dog, and learn how he became the friendly therapy dog he is today. Learn the differences between a therapy dog and a service dog. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• Yesteryear Village at the South Florida Fairgrounds will host Spookyville, an old-fashioned Halloween event with a safe place to trick-or-treat on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays starting Friday, Oct. 18 and concluding with a celebration on Halloween night. Visit www.southfloridafair.com for info.

Saturday, Oct. 19 • The Repticon West Palm Beach Reptile & Exotic Animal Show will be at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct. 20. For more info., visit www.repticon.com.

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts will host Rennie Harris in Puremovement: American Street Dance Theater Nuttin’ But A Word on Saturday, Oct. 19 and Sunday, Oct 20. Visit www.kravis.org for more info.

• The Loxahatchee Chapter of the Florida Trail Association will walk in Riverbend Park (9060 Indiantown Road, Jupiter) on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 7:30 a.m. Call Bruce at (772) 333-1837 for more info.

• Audubon Everglades will hold a Guided Bird Walk at Wakodahatchee Wetlands (13026 Jog Road, Delray Beach) on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 8 a.m. For more info., visit www.auduboneverglades.org.

• The Palm Beach County Clerk & Comptroller’s Office will host Operation Green Light on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at all four of the clerk’s courthouse locations to waive collection agency fees for anyone who pays off their court obligations in full or signs up for a monthly payment plan.

Those who pay their debts or go on a monthly payment plan will also be able to reinstate their suspended driver’s license in most cases. Visit www.mypalmbeachclerk.com/ operationgreenlight to learn more.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Garden Talks for ages 15 and up on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 10:30 a.m. Discuss different spaces and sizes of gardens with Extension Agent Chris Miller.

Share ideas, seeds and seedlings. No knowledge is required. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host a Sewing Lab for ages 15 and up on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 2 p.m. Bring your current project, work on a pattern or practice sewing using one of the sewing machines. Basic materials will be provided.

Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host an Acoustic Java Jam for adults on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 2 p.m.

Experience a caffeinated collection of local talent or bring your acoustic instruments and jam out. Coffee will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Festival of Lights Celebration on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 2:30 p.m. Celebrate this South Asian festival with fun, flair and fanfare. Hear stories, learn traditions and watch lively performances. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• Wellington’s Fall Festival will take place Saturday, Oct. 19 from 3 to 10 p.m. at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road). Call (561) 753-2484 or visit www.wellingtonfl. gov/fallfestival for more info.

• The Panther Ridge Conservation Center in Loxahatchee Groves will hold Twilight Hours on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Come visit the cats when they are most active. Refreshments and food will be provided. Call (561) 795-8914 for reservations and more info.

• The Symphonic Band of the Palm Beaches will open its 59th season with a brilliant splash of vibrant melodies from the United Kingdom on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Eissey Campus Theater in Palm Beach Gardens and Saturday, Oct. 26 at the Duncan Theater in Lake Worth. Both shows start at 7:30 p.m. For tickets, call (561) 832-3115 or visit www.symphonicband.org.

Send calendar items to: The Town-Crier, 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 33, Wellington, FL 33414 or e-mail news@gotowncrier. com.

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BUSINESS NEWS

Baby Rhino And Endangered Ape Born At Lion Country Safari

Lion Country Safari recently welcomed a male southern white rhinoceros and a baby siamang gibbon.

The rhino was born on Sept.

26. The calf is one of very few third-generation white rhinoceroses born in human care and is highly genetically valuable regarding the survival of the species.

Both the calf and mom are now located in the rhino maternity area, where they can spend some quality time bonding together. The maternity area is visible to guests in their cars from the road in the Hwange National Park section of the drive-through safari.

The baby, named Bash — a name with African origins that means “the forerunner” — was born to mom Anna after 16 months of gestation. Bash is the first offspring of both Anna and dad Chitabe. It is expected that Bash will gain 3 to 4 pounds a day from his mother’s milk and will gain about 1,000 pounds a year for the first three years. Baby rhinos nurse for almost two years.

Of the five species of rhinos, the

white rhino is the most abundant, with approximately 20,000 alive today, but all five species are in peril due mostly to poaching.

Lion Country Safari is home to 12 white rhinos — nine females and three males. Since 1979, Lion Country Safari has had 35 rhino offspring and is proud to participate in the White Rhinoceros Species Survival Plan.

For more information on rhinos, visit the International Rhino Foundation at www.rhinos.org and Save the Rhinos at www. savetherhino.org.

The baby siamang gibbon arrived on Sept. 19. The newest addition to the family group can be seen clinging to mom Tina until it matures and begins to explore on its own. The siamang family is visible on their habitat islands in Lake Shanalee from either the Safari Queen boat tour, or as guests prepare to enter the preserve and drive alongside the shoreline.

Siamang gibbons are a lesser ape species native to the rainforests of Asia. Siamangs form permanent mating pairs and produce one

The baby siamang gibbon can be seen clinging to mom Tina. offspring after a gestation period the wild. Lion Country Safari is of seven to eight months. The aver- proud to be part of their Species age life expectancy for a siamang Survival Plan. is 25 to 30 years.

Lion Country Safari is the only Siamang populations are de- drive-through safari in South creasing in the wild as a result of Florida. Guests can see more than habitat loss and illegal wildlife 1,000 animals on 320 acres. For trafficking. There are an estimated more info., call (561) 793-1084 or 22,000 individual siamangs left in visit www.lioncountrysafari.com.

Bash is a baby southern white rhinoceros.

Shapiro Named To Wellington Regional’s Board Of Governors

Kevin Shapiro, a local real estate professional who is a lifelong resident of Wellington, has been named to the Wellington Regional Medical Center Board of Governors.

Shapiro becomes the 15th member of the hospital’s Board of Governors.

The primary responsibilities of the board is to use their experience and expertise to advise the hospital CEO and senior leadership in re-

gard to operations of the hospital, monitoring quality improvement programs, and monitoring programs and activities that support Wellington Regional’s good standing with healthcare accreditation agencies.

“We are excited to have a person of Kevin’s background and leadership experience to help guide the hospital for years to come,” said Pam Tahan, CEO of Wellington Regional Medical Center. “As a

native of the Wellington community, Kevin has a vested interest in ensuring that the hospital continues its mission of providing quality care for the Village of Wellington and the surrounding communities.”

For more than 14 years, Shapiro has been an integral part of the Shapiro Pertnoy Companies, a diversified real estate development company. He is also a licensed real estate broker and has managed

and/or leased in excess of 750,000 square feet of commercial property throughout Florida, as well as assisting buyers and sellers of real estate.

Wellington Regional Medical Center is a 233-bed acute care hospital accredited by the Joint Commission. Celebrating more than 30 years of treating residents in Wellington and the surrounding community, the hospital offers a wide range of services, including

comprehensive stroke care, a comprehensive lung program, minimally invasive services, cardiac services, a birthing center and Level III NICU, comprehensive women’s center, hepatobiliary surgical procedures, intraoperative radiation therapy, interventional procedures, and a wellness and weight loss center.

To learn more about the hospital, visit www.wellingtonregional. com.

Kevin Shapiro

First Alert, Lowe’s And Fire Departments Team Up For Fire Prevention Month

In honor of Fire Prevention Month in October, First Alert is teaming up with more than 1,700 Lowe’s stores across the country in a joint effort to spread awareness about the importance of whole home protection.

As part of this initiative, Florida residents are invited to participate in a special safety education event with their local fire department on Saturday, Oct. 12 at dozens of Lowe’s locations throughout the state.

The focus of the event will be to educate attendees about how to protect their families and homes

from the threats of fire and carbon monoxide (CO).

Each year, nearly 3,000 Americans die from home fires, while CO poisoning claims approximately 450 lives, according to the National Fire Protection Association. The NFPA also reports that almost three of every five home fire deaths resulted from fires in homes with no smoke alarms (40 percent) or no working smoke alarms (17 percent).

Many of these tragedies could be prevented with the proper placement, number and maintenance of working alarms.

“In order to help decrease home fire and CO poisoning incidents, people must be equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge,” said Tarsila Wey, director of marketing for First Alert. “Protecting homes and families is our number-one priority, and by partnering with Lowe’s and local fire departments, we hope to help ensure the long-term safety of communities nationwide.”

Store associates and fire officials will host fun, family-focused activities to teach families about equipping their homes with smoke and CO alarms, as

well as planning and practicing a fire escape plan. Children will have the opportunity to build a wooden fire truck in a one-time kids’ workshop and will receive firefighter hats, coloring books and educational materials, while supplies last. In addition, smoke and CO alarms will be on display, including First Alert’s 10-year sealed battery alarms that provide reliable protection for a decade without the hassle of battery replacements.

This event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to noon at Lowe’s locations across

the state, including Lowe’s of Royal Palm Beach at 103 S. State Road 7, Lowe’s of Boynton Beach at 1500 Corporate Drive and Lowe’s of West Palm Beach at 4701 Okeechobee Blvd.

To ensure your family and home are best protected from fire, follow the guidelines set by the NFPA and U.S. Fire Administration, which recommend that homes have smoke alarms installed inside every bedroom, outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home, and one CO alarm on each level and in or near each sleeping area. To

put this into perspective, the average-sized home in America with two stories and three bedrooms needs a minimum of five smoke alarms and four CO alarms.

“Together, with Lowe’s and local fire departments, we can spread awareness about fire and CO safety nationwide and the importance of installing reliable protection that you can trust for your home,” Wey said.

To learn more about protecting your family from smoke, fire and carbon monoxide, visit the First Alert web site at www.firstalert. com.

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Wellington Cares is looking for volunteers to help meet the needs of our growing senior residents.

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Are you a Wellington resident 65 or older who requires non-medical assistance?

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Call 561-568-8818 or visit www.WellingtonCaresOrg.com

Wellington Cares, is a 50 I ( c) 3 community based not-for-profit organization committed to coordinating volunteers of all ages serving in a time exchange format to enable persons age 65 or older who require assistance to remain in their home with the support of the Wellington community residents and local organizations.

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WELLINGTON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO ATTEND THE

Thomas Wenham Chair

Maria Becker Vice Chair

Mickey Smith Secretary

Hope Barron Treasurer

Joanna Boynton Dr. Gordon Johnson Director Director

Barry Manning Director

Jim Sackett Director

James Seder Director

Pam Tahan Director

Maggie Zeller Director

4th Annual Red, White & Blue Jeans Event

Benefiting The Foundation’s Efforts In

“Building A Stronger Community”

Friday, November 8, 2019 6:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Wellington National Golf Club 400 Binks Forest Drive Wellington, FL 33414

Cocktail Hour • Dinner • Dance TICKETS • $85 per person • Table Sponsor $1,250 - Includes 1 Table (8 tickets) • Event Sponsorship Opportunities Available

Thank You To All Our Sponsors *

Thomas & Regis Wenham Jim & Paula Sackett • Dr. & Mrs. Gordon Johnson • Palm Beach Urology Associates Barron & Kogan, CPAs, P.A. • First Bank Of The Palm Beaches • Barry & Phyllis Manning Medicare Maggie • Humberto J. Caldera, M.D. Wellington National Golf Club • Town-Crier Newspaper • Wellington The Magazine Above & Beyond Party Decor • Kenny Mondo Productions • Star Wines & Liquors

R.S.V.P.

561.333.9843 For More Information visit www.wellingtoncommunityfoundation.org *Sponsors represented at time of printing.

Wellington Community Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) corporation and contributions are deductible to the extent of federal law; Tax ID# 26-4778984. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION # 31031 AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.

Ken Adams Member Emeritus

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SPORTS & RECREATION

WHS Wolverines Suffer 17-10 Homecoming Loss To Boca Raton

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington High School football team hosted Boca Raton High School on Friday, Oct. 4 for homecoming and fell 17-10 to the Bobcats in a defensive battle. The Wolverines (2-5, 1-1) suffered the loss after winning back-to-back games against John I. Leonard and Forest Hill.

Wellington took an early 3-0 lead off a Morgan Suarez 32-yard field goal. Suarez has proven to be one of the Wolverines’ deadliest weapons on the gridiron, often striking between the sticks inside the 40-yard line. The advantage was short-lived. The Bobcats found the end zone to take a 7-3 lead midway through the first quarter. Boca Raton added a field goal later in the second quarter to extend the lead to 10-3, which closed out the first half. Wellington’s offense struggled for most of the first half.

Both teams played well defensively, making it difficult to move the rock. The Wolverines discovered some momentum, making

the right plays to move the chains near the end of the third quarter.

Running back Desean Butler drove in the game-tying score from three yards out that capped a 75-yard drive for Wellington to bring the score to 10-10 with 2:51 remaining in the third quarter.

The Wolverine defense forced a Boca Raton punt early in the fourth quarter that resulted in a would-be big 48-yard return to Boca’s 17-yard line, but a penalty nullified the gain. The foul placed Wellington in midfield.

Penalties infected the Wolverines on both sides of the ball, but offensively is where it posed the biggest impact. Twice Wellington would have moved the chains but were pushed back due to fouls.

With less than three minutes to play in the game, the Bobcats put together a drive that resulted in a 29-yard touchdown pass to lift Boca to 17-10.

The Wolverines had under two minutes to orchestrate a drive to earn the equalizer. Wellington drove to midfield, as the clock counted down, only to throw

Wellington receiver Brandyn Butler returns a punt for a big gain.

a deep interception on second down.

The turnover forced the defense back on the field for a last effort to strip the ball, but the Boca offense

ran out the remaining seconds.

The Wolverines enter district play again on Friday, Oct. 11, hosting Jupiter High School.

Kickoff is at 6:30 p.m.

Wellington homecoming king Max Legates and homecoming queen Gisele Poitras.

Running back Desean Butler runs for a Wolverine first down.

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Wellington quarterback Blake Kendall pushes for additional yards on a keeper up the middle.

Wolverine defensive end Mike Cotter meets up with the Boca running back to make the stop.

Palm Beach Central Broncos Fall To Palm Beach Lakes 31-14

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report The Palm Beach Central High School football team hosted unbeaten Palm Beach Lakes High School on Friday, Oct. 4 in a much-anticipated matchup between two county-ranked teams.

The Broncos fell to the Rams 31-14.

Palm Beach Lakes (5-0) took advantage early of two key Bronco turnovers and turned them into points. It was a deficit that the Broncos (4-2, 1-0) were never able to overturn.

The first blow came on the opening kickoff. The Rams returned the kick 94 yards for a touchdown that was nullified by a penalty, but it set up possession on the Bronco 13-yard line. Three

plays later, the Rams threw an 11-yard touchdown pass to take a 7-0 lead.

Palm Beach Central responded with a solid return and relied on a penalty by the Rams to give them midfield real estate, but the second blow quickly came in the form of a Palm Beach Lakes picksix. The pass was tipped by the Bronco receiver, intercepted and returned 54 yards for the score, which put the Rams up 14-0 early in the first quarter.

The Bronco offense continued to struggle. On their second play from scrimmage, almost cloning the outcome of the previous interception, the Palm Beach Central quarterback threw for a slant that was tipped by the receiver and intercepted and taken down

after a short gain. The turnover resulted in a 32-yard touchdown pass by the Rams to extend their lead to 21-0 midway through the first quarter.

The Rams would add one more score before the first half concluded to enter the locker room with a 28-0 advantage.

The Broncos entered the second half on a mission, finally sparking on offense. Quarterback Anarjahe Douriet threw a 30-yard touchdown pass that capped a 70yard drive to close the margin to 28-7. The Bronco defense forced a field goal by the Rams, after fumbling a punt, but Palm Beach Lakes held a 31-7 lead in the third quarter.

With little time remaining in the third quarter, on the ensuing

kickoff, the Broncos added to their score with a kickoff return for a touchdown. Corey Reddick sprinted 82 yards for the end zone to make the score 31-14.

The play seemed to breathe life into the Bronco squad defensively, but the offense had difficulty countering a stingy Rams defensive unit. The fourth quarter remained scoreless while both teams excelled defensively, making it difficult for the Broncos to close the deficit.

The match was not a conference game, and Palm Beach Central remains unbeaten in district play.

The Broncos pick up district competition Friday, Oct. 11 against Forest Hill High School.

Kickoff is 6:30 p.m.

Palm Beach Central quarterback Anarjahe Douriet rolls out to make the throw.

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Bronco linebacker Jordan Kolnick gets one of his two sacks of the first half on the Palm Beach Lakes quarterback.

Cedric Johnson returns a kickoff for a big gain.

Receiver Kai’shawn Curry advances the ball after a catch.

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The Wellington Art Society in conjunction with Whole Foods Market Wellington features local artist, Sandra Encaoua. The public is invited to attend a Meet The Artist Reception on Friday, October 18. Whole Foods Market Wellington will provide delicious samplings of their appetizers, and wines. In addition, there will be special door prizes.

The Wellington Art Society requests a $5 donation per person at the event to support the Scholarship Fund.

Whole Foods Market Cafe 2635 SR7 Wellington, FL 561.904.4000 The Wellington Art Society is a non-profit charitable organization In its 38th year. It is open to artists of all mediums and patrons of the arts, allowing both local and regional artists to display their art work in local galleries, interact with other artists and serve the community through their art.

For further information please visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org

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continued from page 3 ment agency in the country. “It’s not about size, it’s what you do with the size in those moments that you have the encounter with the citizen or when bad things happen,” he said.

Bradshaw said the commencement was a formalization of things that have been happening for a long time.

“We’ve got a great set of dep-

uties out here,” Bradshaw said, referring to some of the team members who live in the western communities, one of them a longtime resident of The Acreage.

“I like the fact that he knows everything that’s going on because that’s a part of having the same deputies work the same areas. You get to know the people. You get to know the bad guys and what’s going on.”

Bradshaw said he was excited to see the growth in the area.

“This is a fantastic community that’s taking shape over here,” he said. “It’s going to get bigger and better every single year… and we’ll make sure that you’re going

to get the service that is demanded out here.”

Bradshaw believes that Westlake will be a safe community without much serious crime.

“That is because of the way this is about to develop and the safeguards that you’re taking ahead of time,” Bradshaw said.

“I’m lucky to be associated with this organization. The best thing that ever happened to me in my 50 years of doing this work is becoming associated with the men and women who work at the PBSO. They come to work every day with one goal in mind — making sure that the people that they serve are safe.”

Wellington’s Community Services Department Expands Senior Programs

Wellington’s Community Services Department is continuing to expand its senior programming.

Programs offered range from health and wellness to recreational activities and are offered at either the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) or Village Park (11700 Pierson Road). Classes take place Monday through Friday.

The village thanks program sponsors, Baptist Health South Florida and Florida Blue, who have made it possible for Wel-

lington to offer a wide variety of complimentary programs for local seniors.

For class times and registration information, visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/seniors or pick up information at the Senior Lounge in the Wellington Community Center.

Complimentary Programs — Work of Art, Ki-Waza, Diabetes Self-Management, Feel Good Fridays, Senior Symposium Lunch & Learn Events, Senior Health Fair, Technology Class, AARP Smart DriverTEK and Powerful

Tools for Caregiving.

Programs with a Fee — Bingo, AARP Smart Driving, Watercolor, Zumba Gold, Zumba Gold Chair and Senior Aerobics.

Preregistration is required to attend all programs. To register for a class, or inquire about program sponsorship opportunities, call Jenifer Brito at (561) 791-4796.

Wellington thanks its health partners Wellington Regional Medical Center, Palms West Hospital and Humana for sponsoring senior events and programs.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk Oct. 26 In West Palm Beach

Chief of Law Enforcement Frank DeMario with Col. Tony Araujo.

Maj. Eric Coleman discusses the new Westlake district.

The American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk will be held Saturday, Oct. 26 at the Meyer Amphitheater in downtown West Palm Beach to unite communities, honor those touched by the disease, and raise awareness and funds to fight breast cancer.

Palm Beach Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is one of the largest breast cancer awareness events in Palm Beach County, with more than 4,000 participants supporting the non-competitive two-mile walk each year. Registration is free and begins at 7 a.m.

The walk is set to start at 9 a.m.

Dollars raised help the American Cancer Society fund innovative breast cancer research, provide education and guidance

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Lt. Craig Turner commands the new PBSO district.

Members of the District 18 staff watch the speakers.

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continued from page 1 Health Specialty Center,” Garvey said.

To learn more about Wellington’s Fall Festival, visit www. wellingtonfl.gov/fallfestival.

The Village of Royal Palm Beach has revamped its fall festivities into a two-day “Rockn-Fall Festival” on Friday, Oct. 25 from 5 to 10 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 26 from 3 to 10 p.m. at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park, Assistant Director of Parks

to help people reduce their risk, and offer comprehensive patient support to those who need it most.

Since 1993, more than 15 million supporters have raised more than $935 million nationwide. Last year, walkers in the West Palm Beach area helped to raise more than $100,000.

In 2018, ACS staff helped guide more than 34,000 cancer patients through every step of their journey as they moved through the healthcare system, including helping with insurance problems, referring them to ACS-provided and other local services, assisting caregivers and addressing obstacles to care.

“Because of the determination of Making Strides supporters, the American Cancer Society is there for people in every community

affected by breast cancer, whether they’re currently dealing with a diagnosis, may face one in the future, or will avoid it altogether because of education and risk reduction,” 2019 Event Chair Shannon Burrows said. “At the event, communities embrace a bittersweet mix of purpose — celebrating survivorship and paying meaningful tributes to loved ones lost. From research to education, prevention to diagnosis and treatment to recovery, we provide support to everyone impacted by breast cancer.”

To learn more about the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event and how you can become involved, visit www.makingstrideswalk.org/palmbeachfl or call Jay Zeager at (561) 614-2821.

& Recreation Mike Mikolaichik explained.

“The Friday event is aimed at adults with domestic and craft beers, gourmet food trucks, a costume contest at the amphitheater for 21 and older, and there will be Aerosmith and Queen tribute concerts,” said Mikolaichik, adding that children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult on Friday night.

Saturday’s festivities will be more family friendly.

“Saturday is more kids-oriented with a pumpkin patch and a carving contest,” Mikolaichik said.

The costume competition for the younger set has five age groups and will be held at 5 p.m. and there will be a kids’ fun zone, a

concert by the Spazmatics, plus a petting zoo, train and hayrides, and a trunk-or-treat section.

New this year, Mikolaichik said that a haunted house operated by Catskill Haunts will be available both nights. It is running from Friday, Oct. 25 through Wednesday, Oct. 30 with 3,000 square feet of horror for those who enjoy a scary time.

“It has special effects, scary actors, strobe lights and sound effects,” he said. “It takes about 20 minutes to go through it. It is pretty large.”

The two-day “Rock-n-Fall Festival” will be at Commons Park with ample, on-site, free parking.

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Mammograms can help find breast cancer when it’s curable Approximately 1 in 8 U.S. women will develop breast cancer. Those less likely to die from it are those who have regular screening mammograms, according to research.

That’s why screening mammograms are so important. They often can detect abnormalities before you can – usually when breast cancer is smaller and more curable.

What’s the difference between a screening mammogram and a diagnostic mammogram?

A screening mammogram is for patients who have no signs of breast cancer, such as a lump, nipple change or nipple discharge.

“Depending on breast size, a screening mammogram typically consists of two pictures of each breast,” said radiologist Maria Maria Artze, MD Artze, MD, Director of Mammography Imaging at Cleveland Clinic Florida.

“A radiologist will review the images for abnormalities, and decide if additional imaging is necessary.”

If there is an abnormality, the patient will need a diagnostic mammogram and/or ultrasound depending on the finding. Patients also have diagnostic mammograms when they or their providers detect a breast lump or other sign of potential breast cancer.

How often should you have a screening mammogram?

Different medical organizations have different recommendations. Breast cancer experts at Cleveland Clinic Florida, including surgeons, oncologists, medical breast specialists and breast radiologists, recommend yearly screening mammograms beginning at age 40.

“We also strongly encourage patients to know their individual risk factors and the risks, benefits and limitations of screening mammography,” Zeina Nahleh, MD said breast cancer specialist and Cleveland Clinic Florida’s Maroone Cancer Center Director, Zeina Nahleh, MD, FACP. “Patients and their providers should discuss these things and together decide when and how often to screen for breast cancer.”

Do you have a higher risk of breast cancer?

Some patients carry the BRCA gene or other familial genes, making them more likely to get breast cancer. You can find out if you have the gene through a blood test. Other factors that increase your risk include smoking, poor diet and lack of exercise.

“Talk to your doctor to determine if you are at increased risk,” said Dr. Nahleh. “If you don’t have a healthy lifestyle already, start one as soon as possible.”

What if you feel a lump?

“If you notice a new lump or other change in your breast, don’t panic!” said Dr. Nahleh. “Not everything is breast cancer. There are plenty of other explanations. However, tell your healthcare providers right away so they can examine the area and see if you need breast imaging.”

What if cancer is found?

The multidisciplinary Breast Center team at Cleveland Clinic Florida includes dedicated physicians and staff who are experts in the field of breast cancer.

The team collaborates to deliver a personalized treatment plan utilizing the most advanced treatment and therapy options.

Cleveland Clinic Florida’s Breast Center is a fully-accredited program offering a comprehensive team of breast surgeons, breast medical oncologists, breast radiologists, plastic surgeons, and radiation oncologists. The support services staff who specialize in integrative oncology care includes social workers, genetic counselors, certified dieticians, life coaches, and research nurses.

To schedule a mammography appointment, call 800.639.DOCTOR or visit ClevelandClinicFlorida.org/BreastCancer to schedule online.

Learn more about the comprehensive care and support services offered by Cleveland Clinic Florida’s Breast Center, visit ClevelandClinicFlorida.org/BreastCancer.

The average person takes nearly 1,000 pictures a year.

But, only one picture has the power to save.

Schedule your mammogram today.

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